Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
697424

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Voy. Distr. Diam. 2: 429 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696757

Common Names

  • Violet Genlisea
  • African Violet
  • Corkscrew Plant

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Description

Genlisea violacea (also called violet 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 violacea 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 violacea 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 violacea 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 violacea

Genlisea violacea can be found in tropical Africa.

Genlisea violacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genlisea violacea?

Genlisea violacea

What is the natural habitat of Genlisea violacea?

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

What is the flowering period of Genlisea violacea?

Genlisea violacea 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

Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526368-1: 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].