Six new species of Utricularia (Lentibulariaceae) from Northern Australia

Abstract

Six new species of Utricularia (Lentibulariaceae) are recognised from northern Australia. Descriptions of the new species Utricularia albertiana R.W.Jobson & Baleeiro, U. bidentata R.W.Jobson & Baleeiro, U. hamata R.W.Jobson & M.D.Barrett, U. magna R.W.Jobson & M.D.Barrett, U. papilliscapa R.W.Jobson & M.D.Barrett, and U. limmenensis R.W.Jobson (Lentibulariaceae) are provided. Diagnostic features for all six species are illustrated, and distribution, habitat, and conservation status are discussed.