Bladderwort Quick Facts | |
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Name: | Bladderwort |
Scientific Name: | Utricularia vulgaris |
Origin | It is found in Asia and Europe. |
Colors | Spherical capsule |
Traditional uses
- Internally it is used for treating urinary tract disorders and externally for burns.
- It is used for kidney stones and urinary tract infections.
- Bladderwort is used for treating fluid retention, spasms and swelling, promote weight loss and stimulate gallbladder secretions.
- Apply Bladder to the skin directly for burns and inflammation.
- Use it as a poultice for wounds.
How to Eat
Dried leaves are used to make medicinal tea.
Other Facts
- Self-pollination is a part of reproductive cycle of some species of Bladderwort.
- Fruit is spherical shaped capsule which consists of numerous small seeds.
- It is propagated by division of stem and seeds.
- It is not a source of food for other animals but provides shelter for aquatic creatures.
- Bladderworts are cultivated for its ornamental flowers.
References:
https://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=34445#null
https://www.britannica.com/plant/bladderwort
https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bladderwort
https://aquaplant.tamu.edu/plant-identification/alphabetical-index/bladderwort/
http://www.softschools.com/facts/plants/bladderwort_facts/2093/
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-317-BLADDERWORT.aspx
http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/herbs/u/utricularia-vulgaris=bladderwort.php
https://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Utricularia+vulgaris
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