Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
villosa
ID:
469762

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 17 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469094



Common Names

  • Hairy Butterwort
  • Villosa Pinguicula
  • Pinguicula Villosa


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Description

Pinguicula villosa (also called hairy butterwort, among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant in the family Lentibulariaceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. It grows in moist forests, as well as in wet meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pinguicula villosa is a species of carnivorous plant found in Europe. It is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinguicula villosa is a white, five-lobed corolla with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinguicula villosa is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The seedlings should emerge in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pinguicula villosa

Pinguicula villosa can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Pinguicula villosa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pinguicula villosa?

Pinguicula villosa is native to North America and is typically found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes.

What is the flowering period of Pinguicula villosa?

Pinguicula villosa typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

What is the best soil type for Pinguicula villosa?

Pinguicula villosa prefers moist, acidic soils with good drainage.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526522-1: 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].