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Genlisea subglabra

Genlisea subglabra Stapf
Genlisea subglabra
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Genlisea subglabra is a species in the Lentibulariaceae family, first described by Stapf in 1906. It is native to several countries in central and eastern Africa, including Angola, Burundi, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zaïre.

Description

Genlisea subglabra belongs to the Lentibulariaceae, a family of carnivorous plants. The species was formally described by Stapf in 1906 and is part of the Genlisea genus, known for its unique and specialized trapping mechanisms. It is naturally distributed across several African countries, including Angola, Burundi, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zaïre. These regions provide the ecological conditions necessary for the species to thrive. As a member of the Lentibulariaceae, it likely exhibits traits common to the family, such as modified leaves for trapping prey. The species is recognized by its specific morphological features and geographic range, contributing to the biodiversity of carnivorous plants in Africa.

Distribution

Angola · Burundi · Malawi · Tanzania · Zambia · Zaïre

Synonyms

Genlisea hispidula subsp. subglabraGenlisea taylorii

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