Plant Identifier
Not a plant; this is an Earthworm (likely Lumbricus terrestris)

Not a plant; this is an Earthworm (likely Lumbricus terrestris)

Lumbricus terrestris

Family: Lumbricidae (not a plant family, but the family of the earthworm)Native: Europe, but now widespread globally due to human introductionIdentified: Sep 21, 2025

A segmented worm characterized by a reddish-brown cylindrical body, no limbs, and a segmented clitellum (a swollen band near the head). It lives in soil and feeds on organic matter.

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Care instructions

This is an earthworm, not a plant. It generally does not require 'care' in the traditional sense, but thrives in moist, well-aerated soil rich in organic matter. They are beneficial for soil health.