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Utricularia calycifida light levels

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FloridaCP

FloridaCP

Hey guys,
I was wondering if anyone could clarify on light levels for U. calycifida. I know a few places have said they like lower light levels but how low is "low". What direction window would you grow them in? Any direct sunlight at all? Or if I was growing them under fluorescent lighting, how far would you put them from two 48" tubes? Thanks for the clarification!
 
Hello

Its my favorite utri :)

I grow my calycifida in 60-80% RH under a 24w T5 fluo tube. No full sun. The leaves can burn very easily.

Under your 2x 48", try over a meter away? lol
Or a north facing window.

Of course i speak from my personnal experience!
 
This specie have very fragile leaves, and too much light will burn the plant.
And too little light will not bring you a nice purple coloration.

For me, this is the perfect coloration for a U.calycifida:

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Hope this help! :)
 
God that foliage is amazing. I love utrics but man, that one really stands out. I hate to admit this for fear of seeming really weird but I get kinda hungry looking at it. Color reminds me of arugula for some reason... or some kind of salad greens.... Hmmm.... I wonder if it is edible.... (j/k) :p
 
LOL
Yeah this plant look like a exotic salad :)
But a expensive one hah

By the way, your seeds are on the road, you will receive the parcell very soon.
 
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