Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
arcuata
ID:
1259224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 1: 372 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258562

Common Names

  • Arcuata Bladderwort
  • Arched Bladderwort
  • Utricularia arcuata

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Description

Utricularia arcuata (also called arching bladderwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, aquatic carnivorous plant. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is found in wet, marshy areas. It has a rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Utricularia arcuata is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and water gardens, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating urinary tract infections and kidney stones.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Utricularia arcuata has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia arcuata is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Utricularia arcuata

Utricularia arcuata can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and bogs in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Utricularia arcuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utricularia arcuata?

Utricularia arcuata

What is the common name of Utricularia arcuata?

Arcuate Bladderwort

What is the natural habitat of Utricularia arcuata?

It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and shallow water.

Species in the Utricularia genus

Utricularia foliosa, Utricularia fimbriata, Utricularia firmula, Utricularia furcellata, Utricularia garrettii, Utricularia gibba, Utricularia chiribiquetensis, Utricularia erectiflora, Utricularia juncea, Utricularia malabarica, Utricularia macrorhiza, Utricularia lloydii, Utricularia longiciliata, Utricularia livida, Utricularia heterochroma, Utricularia hispida, Utricularia guyanensis, Utricularia janarthanamii, Utricularia jamesoniana, Utricularia jackii, Utricularia intermedia, Utricularia inflexa, Utricularia humboldtii, Utricularia hydrocarpa, Utricularia huntii, Utricularia bisquamata, Utricularia benjaminiana, Utricularia campbelliana, Utricularia calycifida, Utricularia bracteata, Utricularia breviscapa, Utricularia buntingiana, Utricularia bremii, Utricularia adpressa, Utricularia alpina, Utricularia beaugleholei, Utricularia australis, Utricularia aureomaculata, Utricularia amethystina, Utricularia aurea, Utricularia arenaria, Utricularia andongensis, Utricularia appendiculata, Utricularia cucullata, Utricularia cornuta, Utricularia cymbantha, Utricularia naviculata, Utricularia nana, Utricularia naikii, Utricularia myriocista,

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

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526593-1: 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].