Pinguicula laxifolia is known to inhabit only a small area in Tamaulipas, Mexico where it hangs from rocks shaded by mountain forest. It was described in 1995 by Hans Luhrs who simultaneously created a new section called Orchidioides in order to help classify the butterwort. In cultivation, the plant does well in a mineral-based substrate that drains easily.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant about 1.5-2 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 4 inches in diameter
Light: Shade to partial 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.
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Perfect shape and health.
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I really like this plant, very unique leaves with a fun growth pattern. Came with one large plant along with 2 little ones!
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Plant arrived in great condition. I followed the planting directions carefully and my plant adjusted well to it’s new home. Using a ziploc to maintain humidity for the first few days really seemed to make the plant happy.