Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
firmula
ID:
416230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 152 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415562



Common Names

  • Firmula Bladderwort
  • Utricularia Firmula
  • Firmula Utricularia


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Description

Utricularia firmula (also called Firmula Bladderwort, among many other common names) is an aquatic carnivorous plant native to Europe and North America. It has small, yellow flowers and thin, thread-like leaves. It grows best in shallow, still water and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Utricularia firmula is a carnivorous plant that is used in aquariums to help keep the water clean. It also has ornamental value and can be used to create interesting displays.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Utricularia firmula has small yellow flowers with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf. The seeds are tiny and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia firmula is a small, perennial aquatic plant that can be grown in shallow water or moist soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels.

Where to Find Utricularia firmula

Utricularia firmula can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Utricularia firmula FAQ

What are the common names of Utricularia firmula?

Common names of Utricularia firmula include bladderwort and marsh bladderwort.

What is the natural habitat of Utricularia firmula?

Utricularia firmula is native to wetland habitats in Europe, Asia, and North America.

How tall can Utricularia firmula grow?

Utricularia firmula can grow up to 30 centimeters tall.

Species in the Utricularia genus

Utricularia foliosa, Utricularia fimbriata, Utricularia firmula, Utricularia furcellata, Utricularia garrettii, Utricularia gibba, Utricularia chiribiquetensis, Utricularia erectiflora, Utricularia juncea, Utricularia malabarica, Utricularia macrorhiza, Utricularia lloydii, Utricularia longiciliata, Utricularia livida, Utricularia heterochroma, Utricularia hispida, Utricularia guyanensis, Utricularia janarthanamii, Utricularia jamesoniana, Utricularia jackii, Utricularia intermedia, Utricularia inflexa, Utricularia humboldtii, Utricularia hydrocarpa, Utricularia huntii, Utricularia bisquamata, Utricularia benjaminiana, Utricularia campbelliana, Utricularia calycifida, Utricularia bracteata, Utricularia breviscapa, Utricularia buntingiana, Utricularia bremii, Utricularia adpressa, Utricularia alpina, Utricularia beaugleholei, Utricularia australis, Utricularia aureomaculata, Utricularia amethystina, Utricularia aurea, Utricularia arenaria, Utricularia andongensis, Utricularia appendiculata, Utricularia cucullata, Utricularia cornuta, Utricularia cymbantha, Utricularia naviculata, Utricularia nana, Utricularia naikii, Utricularia myriocista,

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

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526752-1: 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].