Pinguicula benedicta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benedicta
ID:
469825
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barnhart
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 110 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469157
Common Names
- Benedict's Butterwort
- Benedict Pinguicula
- Pinguicula Benedicta
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Pinguicula benedicta (also called 'Benedict's 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 benedicta 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinguicula benedicta 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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Pinguicula benedicta 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 benedicta
Pinguicula benedicta can be found in wet meadows and marshy areas in the United States.
Pinguicula benedicta FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Pinguicula benedicta?
Pinguicula benedicta is native to Europe and is typically found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes.
What is the flowering period of Pinguicula benedicta?
Pinguicula benedicta typically flowers from late spring to early summer.
What is the best soil type for Pinguicula benedicta?
Pinguicula benedicta prefers moist, acidic soils with good drainage.
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
John Hendley Barnhart (1871-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barnhart' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:196861-2: 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].