Utricularia Graminifolia (Utricularia graminifolia) is a advanced-level aquarium plant. A tiny carpeting plant with grass-like leaves that forms a dense lawn in strong light with CO2. It is a bladderwort, so it also has tiny traps. Plant in small tufts and be patient.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Utricularia graminifolia |
|---|---|
| Family | Lentibulariaceae |
| Origin | Asia |
| Height | 1-2 in |
| Light | High |
| CO2 | Recommended |
| Placement | Foreground carpet |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Temperature | 68-80°F |
| pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| Propagation | Division |
Quick tips
- Needs strong light and CO2 for a tight carpet.
- Plant in small tufts; it can lift at first.
- Keep the water clean to avoid algae.
San Diego water
Prefers softer, more acidic water than San Diego's tap (pH roughly 7.6-8.6, hard). Most keepers blend tap with RO/DI water or use a remineralized RO/DI supply. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi