Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
peranomala
ID:
1259318

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Taylor

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 12 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258656



Common Names

  • Peranomala Bladderwort
  • Tropical Bladderwort
  • Umbrella Bladderwort


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Description

Utricularia peranomala (also called the peranomal bladderwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic carnivorous plant. It is native to tropical regions of the world, including Africa, India, and Southeast Asia, and prefers shallow, still water habitats such as ponds, marshes, and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Utricularia peranomala is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and aquariums, and is also used to treat urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Utricularia peranomala are small and white, with five petals. Its seeds are tiny and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia peranomala is a perennial aquatic plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to sow the seeds in a moist, sterile soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and given plenty of light and water.

Where to Find Utricularia peranomala

Utricularia peranomala is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Mexico.

Utricularia peranomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utricularia peranomala?

Utricularia peranomala

What is the common name of Utricularia peranomala?

Peranomal bladderwort

What type of environment does Utricularia peranomala grow in?

Utricularia peranomala grows in wet, marshy areas.

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

Peter Taylor (1926-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Taylor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:929354-1: 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].