Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
dertosensis
ID:
466919

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cañig.) Mateo & M.B.Crespo

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fl. Abrev. Comun. Valenciana : 430 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466251

Common Names

  • Pinguicula Dertosensis
  • Dertosensis Pinguicula
  • Pinguicula

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Description

Pinguicula dertosensis (also called Dertos Butterwort, among many other common names) is a carnivorous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, thin leaves with a sticky surface that traps small insects. The flowers are white, pink or purple in color.

Uses & Benefits

Pinguicula dertosensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinguicula dertosensis is a white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinguicula dertosensis is a carnivorous plant native to Mexico. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is generally done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil moist and the temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Germination should occur within 2-4 weeks.

Where to Find Pinguicula dertosensis

Pinguicula dertosensis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, primarily in Greece and Turkey.

Pinguicula dertosensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinguicula dertosensis?

Pinguicula dertosensis

What is the natural habitat of Pinguicula dertosensis?

It is found in wet meadows, swamps, and bogs in the northern United States and Canada.

What type of soil does Pinguicula dertosensis prefer?

It prefers moist, acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

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

Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Juan Cañigueral Cid (1912-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cañig.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:988994-1: 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].