Pinguicula albida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albida
ID:
469723
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Wright ex Griseb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 162 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469055
Common Names
- Albida Pinguicula
- Pinguicula Albida
- Pinguicula White
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinguicula albida (also called 'White Butterwort', among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant in the family Lentibulariaceae. It is native to Europe, and it grows in alpine and subalpine habitats. It is a perennial herb, with small, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pinguicula albida is a carnivorous plant that is used as an ornamental plant for gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a variety of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinguicula albida is a white, five-lobed corolla with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinguicula albida is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 10-15cm. It prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is from seed or division. Sow seed in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Divide clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pinguicula albida
Pinguicula albida is native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Pinguicula albida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinguicula albida?
Pinguicula albida
What type of plant is Pinguicula albida?
Pinguicula albida is a carnivorous plant.
Where does Pinguicula albida grow?
Pinguicula albida grows in Mexico.
Species in the Pinguicula genus
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, Pinguicula alpina, Pinguicula mesophytica, Pinguicula nevadensis, Pinguicula moranensis, Pinguicula reichenbachiana, Pinguicula ramosa, Pinguicula poldinii, Pinguicula lusitanica, Pinguicula infundibuliformis, Pinguicula hybrida, Pinguicula hirtiflora, Pinguicula grandiflora, Pinguicula longifolia, Pinguicula lilacina, Pinguicula leptoceras, Pinguicula jackii, Pinguicula vallis-regiae, Pinguicula lippoldii, Pinguicula apuana, Pinguicula lithophytica, Pinguicula mariae, Pinguicula jarmilae, Pinguicula pilosa, Pinguicula sharpii, Pinguicula calyptrata, Pinguicula macrophylla, Pinguicula oblongiloba, Pinguicula caerulea, Pinguicula ionantha, Pinguicula lutea,
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526406-1: 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].