Utricularia minor

Utricularia minor, commonly known as lesser bladderwort, is a small aquatic plant that floats in freshwater environments like ponds and lakes. It is a carnivorous plant, meaning it captures tiny aquatic organisms—such as small insects and larvae—for nutrients. The plant has tiny, bladder-like traps that rapidly suck in prey when they touch sensitive hairs. Its delicate, fern-like leaves create a floating mat, providing habitat for aquatic life and helping improve water quality. Utricularia minor does not have roots and relies on the surrounding water for nutrients, making it an important part of freshwater ecosystems.