Pinguicula ehlersiae '"Cotton Candy"'

Owned by AtomicAlchemist (@atomic-alchemist).

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Notes

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a Mexican Pinguicula species, likely a hybrid or P. ehlersiae/esseriana based on the pinkish succulent leaves. It captures small insects on its sticky leaves.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Butterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growing Medium
Sphagnum moss and perlite mix
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Succulent

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Mexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a Mexican Pinguicula species, likely a hybrid or P. ehlersiae/esseriana based on the pinkish succulent leaves. It captures small insects on its sticky leaves.

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Pinguicula ehlersiae '"Cotton Candy"' by atomic-alchemist

Pinguicula

ehlersiae '"Cotton Candy"'

Common NameButterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Succulent
Growing MediumSphagnum moss and perlite mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
High Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationMexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a Mexican Pinguicula species, likely a hybrid or P. ehlersiae/esseriana based on the pinkish succulent leaves. It captures small insects on its sticky leaves.