Pinguicula zecheri was discovered in 1981 by Ernst Zecher and Stefan Schatzl. It is a Mexican butterwort native to the state of Guerrero where it primarily grows on mossy hillsides in pine forests. Including the spur, the flowers can grow to be nearly two inches in size and are quite showy. There is some debate as to whether P. zecheri should be considered its own species or a form of P. moranensis. Please see size description below.
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: Up to 6 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: 50-85°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.
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Dusan (verified owner) –
Thank you for this beautiful plant! Arrived on time, in perfect conditions, looking very healthy.
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Packaged with care, sent out quickly, with clear care instructions. Plant is doing great so far. If I can supply the right growing environment I will be back for more.
Fidel Hernandez (verified owner) –