This unusual little Mexican butterwort came to us under the name Pinguicula ‘Fraser Beaut’. There seem to be several variations of the plant floating around cultivation under the same or similar names. Not much is known about its parentage, although we strongly suspect this particular one contains P. esseriana or P. jaumavensis due to its more compact nature, flower characteristics, and the central “racing stripes” it develops down its leaves in strong light.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant about 1 inch 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 1.5 inches in diameter
Light: Partial to full sun or grow light equivalent
Soil: Mexican Butterwort Potting 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.
Susana Castillo (verified owner) –
Beautiful and great size.
Alexander (verified owner) –
Once again Curious Plant did a wonderful job offering top-quality plants with lightning fast shipping. One of the best in business. Thank you!
Charles Gray (verified owner) –
This thing looks exactly like what I ordered! Not surprising because everytime I order from you guys, I’m never disappointed. Thanks Kurtis and Elizabeth. 🏆
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Nathan (verified owner) –
Got a nice plant that’s dividing
Brandon K (verified owner) –
Awesome unique looking plant! It even came with 2 flowers! Pleased as always!