Most North American species of Utricularia are either threatened or endangered. You can go to this site and plug in the species you want to learn about and when you scroll down, the plant's status will appear but here's a basic link to see some of the Utrics represented-
http://plants.usda.gov/cgi_bin....l=UTRIC
The U. stygia is in fact endangered, scroll down and view list,
http://www.answers.com/topic/utricularia-1
Niki, aren't you in Canada anyway?
To the best of my knowledge, you aren't supposed to be sending seed or plant material without the proper documentation-
Us customs 877.287.8667
www.cbp.gov
CITES
Bud 301.734.7839
Mark 301.734.8891
animal and plant health inspection service
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/lpa/about/welcome.html
For more information on APHIS’ role in minimizing the impact of invasive species, please visit the APHIS Web site at
www.aphis.usda.gov or contact:
Richard L. Orr, APHIS Invasive Species Coordinator
USDA, APHIS
4700 River Road, Unit 117
Riverdale, MD 20737–1240
Telephone: (301) 734–8939 he is no longer at this #301.734.5136
FAX: (301) 734–5899
E-mail:
richard.l.orr@aphis.usda.gov
www.ANSTaskForce.gov
These people are pretty darn helpful any time I have a question and/or concern. And, they really pick up their phones. Best to clarify with those who have forgotten more than I have ever known.