Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
algida
ID:
469722

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malyschev

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1966: 252 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469054

Common Names

  • Algida Pinguicula
  • Pinguicula Algida
  • Pinguicula Cold

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Description

Pinguicula algida (also called 'Cold 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 algida 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 algida 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinguicula algida 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 algida

Pinguicula algida is native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Pinguicula algida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinguicula algida?

Pinguicula algida

What is the common name of Pinguicula algida?

Arctic Butterwort

What is the natural habitat of Pinguicula algida?

Bogs and wet meadows

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

Leonid Ivanovich Malyshev (1931-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malyschev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526407-1: 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].