Pinguicula hemiepiphytica is native to the state of Oaxaca in Mexico. The butterwort was thought to be a form of P. moranensis until it was formally described as a separate species by Sergio Zamudio and Jerzy Rzedowski in 1991. P. hemiepiphytica grows primarily as an epiphyte on mossy tree trunks alongside orchids and bromeliads, but can be found growing on rocks as well. In cultivation, the plant does well in a mineral-based substrate that drains easily although a small amount of sphagnum moss can also be included for additional moisture retention. Please note: Some plants are more green on arrival but will turn pinkish/red with time under intense 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 5.5 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: 40-70% 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.
john w. (verified owner) –
Nicenice
Jessica F. (verified owner) –
Beautiful, healthy plant!
Bryce Alsup (verified owner) –
Been wanting this one for awhile!
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Richard (verified owner) –
Everything looked really good and starting well. I expect to be buying more in the future.
Gabriel Bakenhus (verified owner) –
Absolutely beautiful big and Amazing! Thanks so much I definitely will be ordering from here again
Anonymous (verified owner) –
My shipment of plants arrived a day early and in amazing condition. The P. hemiepiphytica in particular was nearly too large for it’s container! I wouldn’t be surprised if the plant will flower soon, very happy with my purchase.
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