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Waterwheel plant

Aldrovanda vesiculosa

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Aldrovanda vesiculosa (Waterwheel plant)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Beol-le-meog-i-mal

French Aldrovanda à vessies

German Wasserfalle

Russian Aлдрованда

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Waterwheel plant?

The scientific name of Waterwheel plant is Aldrovanda vesiculosa. It belongs to the genus Aldrovanda.

What is the conservation status of Waterwheel plant?

Waterwheel plant (Aldrovanda vesiculosa) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Waterwheel plant live?

Waterwheel plant is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States.

What family does Waterwheel plant belong to?

Waterwheel plant (Aldrovanda vesiculosa) belongs to the genus Aldrovanda, which is part of the taxonomic family Droseraceae.

Is Waterwheel plant endangered?

Yes, Waterwheel plant (Aldrovanda vesiculosa) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Waterwheel plant belong to?

Waterwheel plant (Aldrovanda vesiculosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).