Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
juncea
ID:
416265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 1: 202 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415597

Common Names

  • Juncea Bladderwort
  • Utricularia Juncea
  • Juncea Utricularia

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Synonyms

  • Utricularia juncea juncea [unknown]
  • Stomoisis juncea (Vahl) Barnhart [unknown]

Description

Utricularia juncea (also called Rushlike Bladderwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lentibulariaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a short rhizome and a single leaf. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows and marshes. It grows in shady, moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Utricularia juncea is a carnivorous plant that is used in aquariums to help keep the water clean. It also has ornamental value and can be used to create interesting displays.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Utricularia juncea are small, yellowish-white, and borne in a raceme. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utricularia juncea can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a sterile, well-draining soil mix and keep moist. Division is done in the spring or fall. Carefully dig up the plant and divide the root ball into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and some leaves. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Utricularia juncea

Utricularia juncea is a carnivorous plant native to the wetlands of North and South America. It can be found in wet, marshy areas, such as bogs and swamps.

Utricularia juncea FAQ

What are the common names of Utricularia juncea?

Common names of Utricularia juncea include bladderwort and rush bladderwort.

What is the growth habit of Utricularia juncea?

Utricularia juncea is an aquatic herb that typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter.

What is the flowering period of Utricularia juncea?

Utricularia juncea typically flowers from May to August.

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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:260789-2: 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].