Pinguicula 'Shelob'

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Notes

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a Mexican Pinguicula species showing winter succulent-like leaves. It captures small insects using sticky mucilage on its leaf surfaces.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Butterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growing Medium
Mineral-heavy mix (perlite, silica sand, peat)
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Succulent

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
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 showing winter succulent-like leaves. It captures small insects using sticky mucilage on its leaf surfaces.

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Pinguicula 'Shelob' by atomic-alchemist

Pinguicula

'Shelob'

Common NameButterwort

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Rosette-forming, Succulent
Growing MediumMineral-heavy mix (perlite, silica sand, peat)

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationMexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Lentibulariaceae. This is a Mexican Pinguicula species showing winter succulent-like leaves. It captures small insects using sticky mucilage on its leaf surfaces.