Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
uncinata
ID:
697423

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Taylor & Fromm

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 365 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696756

Common Names

  • Hooked Genlisea
  • African Violet
  • Corkscrew Plant

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Description

Genlisea uncinata (also called hooked corkscrew plant, among many other common names) is a carnivorous plant native to tropical Africa. It is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette of leaves that are spirally twisted and have a corkscrew-like shape. It grows in wet, marshy areas, and in shallow pools of water.

Uses & Benefits

Genlisea uncinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Genlisea uncinata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genlisea uncinata is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the plants should be planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Genlisea uncinata

Genlisea uncinata can be found in tropical Africa.

Genlisea uncinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genlisea uncinata?

Genlisea uncinata

What is the natural habitat of Genlisea uncinata?

Genlisea uncinata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What is the flowering period of Genlisea uncinata?

Genlisea uncinata typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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.
Elza Fromm-Trinta (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fromm' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:902093-1: 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].