Sarracenia flava var. maxima
Owned by David Fefferman (@David).
Details
Identity & Classification
- Common Name
- North American Pitcher Plant
- Hybrid/Species/Unknown
- Species
Growth & Physical Traits
- Plant Type
- Carnivorous Plant
- Growing Medium
- 50/50 peat moss/perlite
Lifecycle & Reproduction
- Health Status
- Thriving 💚
- Propagation Method
- Division
- Flowering Notes
- Spring flowers, right out of dormancy. Potential breeder for inverse veining.
Care & Requirements
- Watering Needs
- Standing Water / Bog Conditions
- Temperature Range
- Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
- Humidity Range
- Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
- Light Needs
- Full Sun
- Fertilizing
- No fertilizing, unless mild foliar feeding
Collection Context
- Quantity
- 1
- Growing Area
- Outdoor sarracenia garden
Sarracenia
flava var. maxima
Growth & Physical Traits
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Care & Requirements
Collection Context
Item Lore
The Sarracenia flava var. maxima is a remarkable example of botanical evolution, prized by enthusiasts for its imposing size and the vibrant, golden hue of its carnivorous pitchers. As a North American native, this species plays a vital role in wetland ecosystems, utilizing its specialized nectar to lure prey into a complex digestive structure that allows it to thrive in nutrient-poor soils.
Sarracenia
flava var. maxima
Growth & Physical Traits
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Care & Requirements
Collection Context
Item Lore
The Sarracenia flava var. maxima is a remarkable example of botanical evolution, prized by enthusiasts for its imposing size and the vibrant, golden hue of its carnivorous pitchers. As a North American native, this species plays a vital role in wetland ecosystems, utilizing its specialized nectar to lure prey into a complex digestive structure that allows it to thrive in nutrient-poor soils.