Pinguicula macroceras

Owned by AJ Alpert (@lemonlime).

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Notes

Needs repotting, weak

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
California Butterwort
Hybrid/Species/Unknown
Species

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant
Growing Medium
LFSM
Pot Size
6"
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Health Status
Stressed ⚠️

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Cool Temperate (32–70°F / 0–21°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Acquisition Source
Carlton's Carnivores
Date Acquired
Apr 9, 2025
Acquisition Price
$27
Natural Habitat Location
Northern California, PNW

Collection Context

Quantity
3
Growing Area
Dorm
Added Details
Needs repotting, weak
California Butterwort
Pinguicula macroceras by lemonlime

Pinguicula

macroceras

Common NameCalifornia Butterwort
Hybrid/Species/UnknownSpecies

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming
Growing MediumLFSM
Pot Size6"

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Health Status
Stressed ⚠️

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Cool Temperate (32–70°F / 0–21°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Apr 9, 2025
Acquisition Price
$27
Acquisition SourceCarlton's Carnivores
Natural Habitat LocationNorthern California, PNW

Collection Context

Quantity
3
Growing AreaDorm

Added Details

Needs repotting, weak