Horizon Labs Utricularia Longifolia 'In Vitro'

Family: Lentibulariaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia
Type: Aquatic carnivorous plant, foreground carpeting species

Appearance:

• Bright green, fine grass-like leaves

• Forms a dense, low mat (3–10 cm tall)

• Spreads by runners, ideal for foreground coverage

Care Requirements:

• Light: Medium to high intensity

• CO₂: Beneficial for faster, denser growth

• Water: Soft to medium hardness, pH 6–7.5

• Placement: Foreground

• Difficulty: Medium to high – requires stable, nutrient-balanced conditions

Special Features:

• Tiny bladder traps capture microfauna; harmless to fish and shrimp

• Usually sold as tissue culture (in-vitro) cups – sterile, pest-free, ideal for clean aquariums

Tips for Best Growth:

• Maintain stable water parameters

• Ensure moderate nutrients without over-fertilizing

• High light and CO₂ will encourage dense carpeting

Perfect For:

• Aquascaping enthusiasts

• Foreground carpeting in planted tanks

• Shrimp and microfauna-friendly aquariums