Sarracenia psittacina

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Notes

Family: Sarraceniaceae. This species is unique for its prostrate growth habit and globose pitchers that can trap prey underwater during seasonal flooding.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Parrot Pitcher Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Perennial, Wildflower
Growing Medium
Sphagnum peat moss and perlite
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Groundcover

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Standing Water / Bog Conditions
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Southeastern United States coastal plains

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Sarraceniaceae. This species is unique for its prostrate growth habit and globose pitchers that can trap prey underwater during seasonal flooding.
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Parrot Pitcher Plant

Sarracenia

psittacina

Common NameParrot Pitcher Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Perennial, Wildflower
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Groundcover
Growing MediumSphagnum peat moss and perlite

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Standing Water / Bog Conditions
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationSoutheastern United States coastal plains

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Sarraceniaceae. This species is unique for its prostrate growth habit and globose pitchers that can trap prey underwater during seasonal flooding.

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