Utricularia Graminifolia

Utricularia Graminifolia Carpeting Carnivorous Plant for Planted Tank

$12.99

Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

Utricularia Graminifolia is a popular carpeting plant! UG for short, this unique bladderwort is a carnivorous plant that can be spotted growing in marginal conditions in the wild. This gives it the ability to thrive fully submerged in a planted aquarium or above water in terrarium and paludarium-like setups. Be aware, Utricularia Graminifolia is considered a more advanced aquarium plant since it can be temperamental.

You'll find plenty of methods and differing opinions on the best way to grow UG. These include nutrient-poor substrates, soft water and varying light exposures. We find that it grows best for us using the dry start method (DSM). Because it doesn’t have a root system, giving it time to grow over itself is important. It provides that iconic carpet plant look and establishes a hold in the substrate to prevent floating when flooding the tank. From there, we strongly recommend moderate to high CO2 levels to maintain growth. If successful, UG becomes easy to grow and does not demand more than it gives. It also feeds on small insects or aquatic organisms. It is a tropical species and does not go through dormant periods!

Utricularia Graminifolia Carpeting Carnivorous Plant for Planted Tank

Plant Care Snapshot

Care level Advanced

Lighting Medium to High

CO2 Required

Growth rate Moderate

Planting tip ·

Use high quality soil and liquid fertilizer for optimal plant growth and coloration

In your aquascape

Placement Foreground

Height / size 2-4"

Propagation Trim & Replant Runners

Also known as Utricularia Graminifolia, UG · Plant type Carpet

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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Utricularia Graminifolia $12.99

Overall rating: 4.6944447 / 5 from 36 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Utricularia Graminifolia, a popular carpeting plant, thrives in various setups and requires moderate to high CO2 levels. Customers praise its quality and healthy arrival.

Summary topics

Plant Health (48%): Many customers brought up the fact that the plants arrived alive, healthy, and of great quality.
Plant Quality (22%): Customers keep praising the great quality of the plants, which is a common opinion among the reviews.

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Review highlights

"Great quality and healthy plants!" — Eduardo B.
"Plants look great, really good products, highly recommended." — Ivan M.
"Great quality Uticularia Graminifolia culture!" — Cheyenne C.

Reviews

nice aquatic plant

"everything is good"

— Jie L. (5/5)

"Arrived healthy"

— Walker (5/5)

"Arrived perfectly without any damage besides to the fed ex packaging which is expected!"

— Kaden (5/5)

"Super healthy and in a secure non-crushable container. Packaged with great care every plant I get from glass aqua is exceptional."

— Susan (5/5)

Dead

"Two were alive and one showed up dead. The other two died shortly after."

— KORY D. (2/5)

Thriving

"arrived alive, one of the happiest plants in my 10gallon. Usually a very difficult plant for me"

— Isabella S. (5/5)

"It's absolutely stunning, and the coloration is remarkable. I can't wait to add it to my aquarium!"

— Hope (5/5)

They came in healthy and

"They came in healthy and super green"

— Salvador O. (5/5)

Plants came in fresh and

"Plants came in fresh and fast. The only issue was the plant came a little messy but I’m sure that has to do with shipping."

— Sophaira S. (4/5)

"Came healthy and nice."

— Shoaib (5/5)

Q&A

Shipping
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To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Returns
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Approved returns must be shipped back within 14 days of approval. Returned items must be unused, unopened, and in their original packaging. Specific return requirements, if applicable, will be listed on the product’s page. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Refunds
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