Utricularia otherwise known as bladderworts, is a genus of carnivorous plants comprising about 220 species.

Utricularia, otherwise known as bladderworts, is a genus of carnivorous plants comprising about 220 species. They grow in fresh water and moist soil as well as terrestrial species in the waters, on every continent except Antartika.Mereka is the only carnivorous plant that traps the bladder. Most species have a very small trap, where they can catch prey in an instant, such as protozoa. Traps can range from 0.2mm - 1.2cm, with a larger trap, trap larger prey such as water fleas and even tadpoles kecil.Perangkap small trigger hairs attached to the trapdoor. The bladder, when set, is under negative pressure in relation to the surrounding area. When a trigger hair fall, trap doors open, sucking insects and the surrounding water, and closed the door again, all in a matter of 10 thousands per second.

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