Pinguicula ehlersiae is a species of butterwort native to Hidalgo and San Luis Potosi, Mexico. It forms carnivorous leaves in the summer and succulent leaves in the winter and prefers a loose substrate. In its carnivorous state, Pinguicula ehlersiae forms “drool edges” on its leaves so that dew and trapped prey won’t slide off.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant about 0.5 inches in diameter, carefully wrapped in a damp paper towel. If selecting with soil mix, you will receive a little over one cup of our prepackaged Mexican Butterwort Potting Mix in addition to the bare root plant. This quantity of soil is roughly enough to fill one 2.5 x 2.5 x 3.5 inch square pot.
Growing requirements
Mature size: About 1 inch in diameter
Light: Partial to full sun or grow light equivalent
Soil: Mexican Butterwort Potting Mix, sand and perlite mix
Feeding: Feed bugs, dried bloodworms, fish food, or diluted foliar fertilizer such as Maxsea every 2-3 weeks
Humidity: 50-80% with adequate airflow
Water: While in its carnivorous phase, provide enough distilled water for the media to remain damp. Reduce watering and allow the media to dry out regularly once the succulent rosette begins to form.
Temperature: 55-85°F
Dormancy: Technically none, however carnivorous leaves are replaced by a smaller succulent rosette for part of the year
Planting and adjustment instructions will be included with your shipment.
Robert Childs (verified owner) –
They came super fast, super well packed, and super healthy! I’m, you guessed it, super well pleased:).
Alexandra P. (verified owner) –
I have wanted wanted a curious plant ehlersiae “victoria” since 2019 finally splurged a bit and bought from them for the first time and this is gorgeous. Its almost burgundy. I’ve never seen such a darkly colored pinguicula. They’re all acclimating without missing a beat! Will buy from them again.
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Annette L. (verified owner) –
My plant came in on time and very healthy. It’s thriving in it’s new home
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Mia B. (verified owner) –
Great quality and packaging! My ping arrived safely and securely packed, and in great condition. It was obviously well taken care of before shipping because it appears the trip barely stressed it at all. I’ve had it a week and it’s already fully digested one fruit fly and has some new growth emerging (the winter rosette, I think). Thanks for a great new addition to my collection!
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Jane (verified owner) –
Looks exactly as pictured!