Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
balcanica
ID:
469827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Casper

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 66: 105 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469159

Common Names

  • Balcanic Butterwort
  • Balcanic Pinguicula
  • Pinguicula Balcanica

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Description

Pinguicula balcanica (also called 'Balkan Butterwort', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in the tropical regions of South America. It is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pinguicula balcanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pinguicula balcanica sub. pontica Casper
Pinguicula balcanica sub. balcanica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinguicula balcanica is a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinguicula balcanica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and a sunny or partially shaded location. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Divide the plant every two to three years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Pinguicula balcanica

Pinguicula balcanica can be found in the Balkan Peninsula, including Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania.

Pinguicula balcanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinguicula balcanica?

Pinguicula balcanica

What is the common name of Pinguicula balcanica?

Balcan Butterwort

What is the natural habitat of Pinguicula balcanica?

Mountain 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

Siegfried Jost Casper (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526420-1: 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].