Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
vitellina
ID:
1259308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 2: 492 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258646



Common Names

  • Utricularia vitellina
  • Yellow Bladderwort
  • Common Bladderwort


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Description

Utricularia vitellina (also called the yellow 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 vitellina is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and water gardens. It is also used as a natural filter for ponds and aquariums, as it helps to keep the water clean and clear.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Utricularia vitellina has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and the first true leaves are opposite and simple.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia vitellina 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 vitellina

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

Utricularia vitellina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utricularia vitellina?

Utricularia vitellina

What is the common name of Utricularia vitellina?

Vitellina bladderwort

What type of environment does Utricularia vitellina grow in?

Utricularia vitellina 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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:527193-1: 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].