Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
leptoplectra
ID:
1259385

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Australas. Chem. Druggist 8(90): 50 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258723



Common Names

  • Leptoplectra Utricularia
  • Utricularia Leptoplectra
  • Leptoplectra Utricularia


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Description

Utricularia leptoplectra (also called slender bladderwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, carnivorous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in wet habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and shallow water.

Uses & Benefits

Utricularia leptoplectra is a popular ornamental plant, often used in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a natural water purifier, as it is able to absorb impurities from the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Utricularia leptoplectra is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed of Utricularia leptoplectra is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings of Utricularia leptoplectra are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia leptoplectra can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Utricularia leptoplectra

Utricularia leptoplectra is native to South America, ranging from Colombia to Argentina.

Utricularia leptoplectra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utricularia leptoplectra?

Utricularia leptoplectra

What is the common name of Utricularia leptoplectra?

Slender-branched Bladderwort

What is the family of Utricularia leptoplectra?

Lentibulariaceae

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526867-1: 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].