New records of Utricularia (Lentibulariaceae) for the state of Maranhão, Brazil

Researchers have documented the first occurrences of two Utricularia species, U. cutleri and U. resupinata, within Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil. This discovery extends their known distribution in the country, contributing new data to the region's flora. The study relied on field collections and taxonomic analysis, highlighting the park's ecological significance as a biodiversity hotspot. Such findings are critical for understanding species diversity and conservation priorities in northeastern Brazil.

Salazar-Ferreira, M., Gonella, P. M., & Guarçoni, E. A. E. (2020). New records of Utricularia (Lentibulariaceae) for the state of Maranhão, Brazil. Check List, 16(1), 121–125. https://doi.org/10.15560/16.1.121