Pinguicula immaculata is native to the state of Nuevo León in Mexico where it can be found growing in arid regions on walls of gypsum next to agave. In cultivation, the plant does well in a mineral-based substrate that drains easily. Although it’s one of the smallest Mexican butterwort species, P. immaculata can be quite striking under strong light with its hairy green center and red leaf edges. Alexander Lux discovered the plant in 1990 and formally described it two years later with Sergio Zamudio.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant about 0.25 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 0.75 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 leaves begin to form.
Temperature: 55-85°F
Dormancy: Technically none, however carnivorous leaves are replaced by a smaller succulent leaves for part of the year
Planting and adjustment instructions will be included with your shipment.
Stephanie (verified owner) –
This little guy arrived in -2 degree weather in Minneapolis and was in perfect shape! Just arrived a couple of days ago and it’s already producing dew and is starting to push out a flower. This is one of the only places that I’ll order plants from in the winter. I haven’t had an issue with any cold damage at all yet, and I’ve placed a few separate orders in the winter time. Very impressed with their packaging and their healthy, happy plants!
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Hawken Carlton (verified owner) –
Arrived in great condition with even a now fully open flower intact.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
I expected one plant but I received a clump of 3 plants plus a baby! I like these little guys way more than I though I would, lots of personality for such small pings. Highly recommend!
John Nixon (verified owner) –
Sent multiple plants, well packed, quick shipping. A++ experience, will definitely order again!
Bryan S. (verified owner) –
The plants arrived in incredible shape. I will not hesitate to purchase from this company again.
Christian S. (verified owner) –
Cute little plant, coming out of dormancy, but healthy and well packaged! Excited for this one!
Nancy L Martens (verified owner) –
Professionally packed! Pinguicula arrived in perfect condition-thank you!
Rob Carman (verified owner) –
Beautiful ping. Even got an extra with my order!
Scott Straus (verified owner) –