Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
cyclosecta
ID:
1241222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Casper

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 67: 11 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240560



Common Names

  • Pinguicula cyclosecta
  • Cyclosecta Pinguicula
  • Cyclosecta Butterwort


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Description

Pinguicula cyclosecta (also called Cyclosecta Butterwort, among many other common names) is a carnivorous perennial herb native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of spoon-shaped leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers. It is found in wet, marshy areas such as bogs and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pinguicula cyclosecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its attractive foliage and bright flowers make it a popular choice for gardeners.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinguicula cyclosecta is a small, white to pinkish-purple, with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinguicula cyclosecta is a carnivorous plant native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Seeds can also be sown in the spring.

Where to Find Pinguicula cyclosecta

Pinguicula cyclosecta can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Pinguicula cyclosecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinguicula cyclosecta?

Pinguicula cyclosecta

What is the common name of Pinguicula cyclosecta?

Round-segmented Butterwort

Where is Pinguicula cyclosecta found?

Mexico

Species in the Pinguicula genus

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, Pinguicula alpina, Pinguicula mesophytica, Pinguicula nevadensis, Pinguicula moranensis, Pinguicula reichenbachiana, Pinguicula ramosa, Pinguicula poldinii, Pinguicula lusitanica, Pinguicula infundibuliformis, Pinguicula hybrida, Pinguicula hirtiflora, Pinguicula grandiflora, Pinguicula longifolia, Pinguicula lilacina, Pinguicula leptoceras, Pinguicula jackii, Pinguicula vallis-regiae, Pinguicula lippoldii, Pinguicula apuana, Pinguicula lithophytica, Pinguicula mariae, Pinguicula jarmilae, Pinguicula pilosa, Pinguicula sharpii, Pinguicula calyptrata, Pinguicula macrophylla, Pinguicula oblongiloba, Pinguicula caerulea, Pinguicula ionantha, Pinguicula lutea,

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

Siegfried Jost Casper (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:196867-2: 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].