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Aqua Art Utricularia calycifida

SKU AAX5000
Original price $17.00 - Original price $17.00
Original price
$17.00
$17.00 - $17.00
Current price $17.00

Plant name: Utricularia calycifida is a carnivorous plant, also known as physalis. This is a species that is known for its unique trapping mechanism.

Color and size: Utricularia calycifida is a small plant, usually reaching a height of about 15 cm. It produces large leaves with purple veins.

Light: The plant prefers moderate to intense light. It can grow in both full sun and partial shade.

Substrate: Utricularia calycifida grows in moist substrate, the best results are achieved in the substrate recommended by Aqua Art.

Feeding: As an insectivorous plant, Utricularia calycifida preys on small aquatic organisms such as small insects and protozoa. The trapping mechanism of Utricularia calycifida is truly fascinating. This plant has small, vesicular traps that are able to capture and digest small aquatic organisms.

Humidity: The plant prefers a humid environment and should be watered regularly with distilled water. Use Tropical Rain for watering

Temperature: Utricularia calycifida grows well at temperatures between 15 and 30°C.

Dormancy: The plant has no dormancy period and grows all year round.

Packaging: The plant is sold in a practical container, which not only ensures safe transport, but also constitutes an attractive display in the store. Thanks to this, the plant is ready for presentation immediately after delivery, which makes it an ideal choice for stores looking for convenient and aesthetic solutions. The container has been designed to protect the plant during transport, and at the same time allows for easy positioning and presentation of the product on a store shelf.

Growing container: The plant grows best in a dedicated Micro Terrarium growing container from Aqua Art, which is easy to clean and maintain. Thanks to the Micro Terrarium, breeding carnivorous plants becomes easy and enjoyable