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Lesser Bladderwort

Utricularia minor

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Magnoliopsida (ماغنولانية)

Species

Utricularia minor (Lesser Bladderwort)

Names in Other Languages

French petite utriculaire

German Kleiner Wasserschlauch

Similar Species in Utricularia

Utricularia australis

Utricularia breviscapa

Least Concern

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Hidden-Fruit Bladderwort

Utricularia geminiscapa

Least Concern

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pale bladderwort

Utricularia ochroleuca

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Bladderwort?

The scientific name of Lesser Bladderwort is Utricularia minor. It belongs to the genus Utricularia.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Bladderwort?

Lesser Bladderwort (Utricularia minor) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Bladderwort live?

Lesser Bladderwort is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Lesser Bladderwort belong to?

Lesser Bladderwort (Utricularia minor) belongs to the genus Utricularia, which is part of the taxonomic family Lentibulariaceae.

Is Lesser Bladderwort endangered?

Yes, Lesser Bladderwort (Utricularia minor) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lesser Bladderwort belong to?

Lesser Bladderwort (Utricularia minor) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Bladderwort?

The closest relatives of Lesser Bladderwort in the genus Utricularia include Bifid Bladderwort, bladderwort, Common Bladderwort, Bladderwort, Hidden-Fruit Bladderwort.