How much sun does Hiddenfruit Bladderwort need?

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Hiddenfruit Bladderwort bloom?

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Hiddenfruit Bladderwort native?

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort (Utricularia geminiscapa) is native to CT, DE, IA, MA and 14 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Is Hiddenfruit Bladderwort HOA-friendly?

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Utricularia geminiscapa

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort (Utricularia geminiscapa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

high

Size

2"–8" H × 2"–8" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

CT, DE, IA, MA and 14 more states

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Hiddenfruit bladderwort is a tiny carnivorous perennial that forms small mats in consistently wet soils. This diminutive plant produces delicate purple flowers on short stems during summer months and requires constant moisture to thrive.

In an HOA neighborhood

Hiddenfruit Bladderwort takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Extremely small and inconspicuous appearance
Requires specialized wetland conditions
May appear absent or dead in typical garden settings

Wildlife value

As a carnivorous plant, it provides minimal direct pollinator support but contributes to wetland ecosystem health by controlling small aquatic insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Hiddenfruit Bladderwort need?: Hiddenfruit Bladderwort grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Hiddenfruit Bladderwort bloom?: Hiddenfruit Bladderwort blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Hiddenfruit Bladderwort native?: Hiddenfruit Bladderwort (Utricularia geminiscapa) is native to CT, DE, IA, MA and 14 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Hiddenfruit Bladderwort HOA-friendly?: Hiddenfruit Bladderwort takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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