Pinguicula Alpha-L

Owned by Darrin Hill (@Dartnivorous).

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Notes

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a carnivorous plant that uses sticky mucilage on its leaves to trap small insects. It is not known to be toxic to humans or pets.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Butterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial
Growing Medium
Mineral-based substrate (pumice, perlite, or volcanic rock)
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Mexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a carnivorous plant that uses sticky mucilage on its leaves to trap small insects. It is not known to be toxic to humans or pets.

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Pinguicula Alpha-L by Dartnivorous

Pinguicula

Alpha-L

Common NameButterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming
Growing MediumMineral-based substrate (pumice, perlite, or volcanic rock)

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationMexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a carnivorous plant that uses sticky mucilage on its leaves to trap small insects. It is not known to be toxic to humans or pets.