Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
1305004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rivadavia, Gonella & A.Fleischm.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 464 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317458





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Description

Genlisea tuberosa (also called Genlisea tuberosa, among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters and can grow up to 1 cm in length. The plant prefers moist, shady habitats and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Genlisea tuberosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genlisea tuberosa has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genlisea tuberosa is an aquatic plant that can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering and fertilization. Division can be done by separating the rhizomes and replanting in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Genlisea tuberosa

Genlisea tuberosa can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Genlisea tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genlisea tuberosa?

Genlisea tuberosa

What is the family of Genlisea tuberosa?

Lentibulariaceae

Where is Genlisea tuberosa found?

Brazil

Species in the Lentibulariaceae family

Genlisea africana, Genlisea angolensis, Genlisea aurea, Genlisea barthlottii, Genlisea filiformis, Genlisea glabra, Genlisea glandulosissima, Genlisea guianensis, Genlisea hispidula, Genlisea lobata, Genlisea margaretae, Genlisea nigrocaulis, Genlisea oxycentron, Genlisea pallida, Genlisea pulchella, Genlisea pygmaea, Genlisea repens, Genlisea roraimensis, Genlisea sanariapoana, Genlisea stapfii, Genlisea subglabra, Genlisea uncinata, Genlisea violacea, Genlisea multiflora, Genlisea nebulicola, Genlisea oligophylla, Genlisea tuberosa, Genlisea exhibitionista, Genlisea flexuosa, Genlisea metallica, Pinguicula scullyi, Pinguicula crystallina, Pinguicula crenatiloba, Pinguicula corsica, Pinguicula casabitoana, Pinguicula caryophyllacea, Pinguicula elongata, Pinguicula fontiqueriana, Pinguicula fiorii, Pinguicula filifolia, Pinguicula dertosensis, Pinguicula algida, Pinguicula albida, Pinguicula vulgaris, Pinguicula villosa, Pinguicula spathulata, Pinguicula vallisneriifolia, Pinguicula bissei, Pinguicula benedicta, Pinguicula balcanica,

References

Fernando Rivadavia (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rivadavia' in the authors string.
Andreas Fleischmann (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fleischm.' in the authors string.
Paulo Minatel Gonella: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gonella' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77132585-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].