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Genlisea pygmaea

Genlisea pygmaea A.St.-Hil.
Genlisea pygmaea
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Genlisea pygmaea is a species in the Lentibulariaceae family, first described in 1833 by A.St.-Hil. It is native to several regions in Brazil, including the North, Southeast, and West-Central areas, as well as parts of Colombia and Venezuela. This species belongs to the Genlisea genus, known for its unique carnivorous plants.

Description

Genlisea pygmaea is a member of the Lentibulariaceae family, which is commonly referred to as the bladderwort family. The species was first formally described in 1833 by A.St.-Hil. Its natural distribution spans across several regions in Brazil, including the North, Southeast, and West-Central areas, as well as parts of Colombia and Venezuela. As part of the Genlisea genus, it is likely to exhibit the carnivorous traits characteristic of this group, which often includes specialized structures for trapping and digesting small aquatic organisms.

Distribution

BR · Nearctic · Neotropical · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · Brazil West-Central · Colombia · Venezuela

Synonyms

Genlisea esmeraldae

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