Plants in genus sarracenia
Sarracenia 'Starry Night'
Sarracenia 'Starry Night' is a hybrid carnivorous plant featuring 2-foot tall green pitchers with large white skylights and red accents. This plant is a cross between Sarracenia leucophylla and Sarracenia minor, known for its slow rate of division. 'Starry Night' is a captivating addition to any plant collection, offering both visual interest and a functional role in controlling insect populations. Its unique appearance and natural insect-catching abilities make it a fascinating choice for plant enthusiasts. This plant thrives in sunny conditions and is suitable for bog gardens.
Sarracenia rosea
Sarracenia rosea, an American Pitcher Plant species, is native to Alabama and northern Florida. It is a compact, low-growing plant that produces tubby and attractive pitchers, tolerant of shaded conditions. There is ongoing taxonomical debate over its classification, and an anthocyanin-free form exists, making it an interesting subject for plant enthusiasts.
Sarracenia alabamensis 'Abg Form'
Sarracenia alabamensis 'Abg Form' is a rare, federally endangered carnivorous plant native to Alabama. Known for its showy golden pitchers and red fragrant flowers, this plant is a striking addition to any garden. It thrives in sunny, moist environments and is a favorite among carnivorous plant enthusiasts. The plant's unique appearance and insect-catching abilities make it a fascinating choice for gardeners interested in unusual and functional plants. Its endangered status adds to its allure, making it a valuable addition to conservation efforts.
Sarracenia 'Ladybug'
Sarracenia 'Ladybug' is a small carnivorous plant forming a 1-foot wide clump with 8-10 inch tall apple-red pitchers. It features white spotting on the back of each 'neck' and is a hybrid developed by Larry Mellichamp and Rob Gardner.
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Green'
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Green' is a green and white variant of the pitcher plant, known for its open pollinated nature. This plant is a unique addition to bog gardens, offering a striking appearance with its distinctive coloration.
Sarracenia 'Judith Hindle'
Sarracenia 'Judith Hindle' is a captivating carnivorous plant known for its striking pitcher leaves that transition from green to deep plum. This hybrid, a mix of Sarracenia purpurea, flava, and leucophylla, thrives in full sun and requires a winter dormancy period. Native to the southeastern United States, it is well-suited to boggy environments and can withstand temperatures from 15 to 100°F. The plant's compact pitchers feature an undulating lid and can grow up to 15 inches tall. It is a hardy, temperate plant that needs to sit in at least two inches of distilled or purified water. Bred by Alan Hindle, it was named after his wife by Peter D’Amato. This plant is a strong grower from spring through autumn, making it a fascinating addition to any garden.
Sarracenia 'Ember' X Sarracenia Minor 'giant'
Sarracenia 'Ember' X Sarracenia Minor 'giant' is a striking carnivorous plant with pitchers resembling red snakes. Bred by Jerry Addington, this plant requires full sun and should always sit in at least two inches of distilled or purified water. It thrives in temperatures ranging from 15 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit and needs protection from colder winters. The plant undergoes a winter dormancy period from October to February, which is essential for its health and growth. Sarracenia 'Ember' is a fascinating addition to any carnivorous plant collection.
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Sumter'
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Sumter' is a striking carnivorous plant with tall, 2-foot pitchers that are green at the base and topped with bright white, crimson-netted tops. It produces new pitchers in early spring and fall, and its bright red, saucer-like flowers add to its visual appeal. This plant is native to the southeastern United States and thrives in bog gardens. It attracts insects and is suitable for sun to part sun exposure, making it a unique addition to any garden.
Sarracenia 'Ladies In Waiting'
Sarracenia 'Ladies In Waiting' is a carnivorous plant hybrid known for its upright pitchers that change from green to bright red with white speckling. It produces maroon-red flowers in spring and thrives in sunny conditions, making it an intriguing addition to any garden.
Sarracenia minor 'Giant'
Sarracenia minor 'Giant', also known as 'Okee Giant', is a striking carnivorous plant native to Georgia's Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. It features tall, narrow pitchers that can reach up to 3 feet in height. This plant thrives in full sun and very wet conditions, requiring a winter dormancy period from October to February.
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Mississippi'
This shorter Leucophylla has dark red veins and prefers very wet, water-logged areas. It forms colonies with 8 to 12 pitchers per plant and has large, showy flowers that bloom from March to April.
Sarracenia 'Doodlebug'
Sarracenia 'Doodlebug' is a hybrid carnivorous plant with green, upright pitchers featuring red veining and a white 'window' in the neck. It grows 8 inches tall and 1 foot wide, attracting insects with its unique pitcher structure. This plant is a fascinating addition to bog gardens and rain gardens.
Sarracenia 'Farnhamii'
This hybrid of S. leucophylla x rubra features bright red, green, and white pitchers with dominant areoles and broad, ruffled hoods. The traps turn deep red or maroon in cold weather and the plant forms large, full colonies. It prefers open, sunny, boggy conditions and holds its color into frost. Fragrant dark red flowers bloom in early spring, and the plant is well-suited for backyard bog gardens with winter protection.
Sarracenia flava 'Red Tube'
Sarracenia flava 'Red Tube' is a carnivorous plant with a visually striking appearance, featuring bright red tubes in spring and early summer. This perennial is native to the United States and is known for its ability to attract and trap insects. It thrives in sunny to partially sunny locations and is a unique addition to any garden, particularly for those interested in native or carnivorous plants.
Sarracenia 'White Wizard'
Sarracenia 'White Wizard' is a captivating carnivorous plant with elegant white pitchers that add a touch of intrigue to any collection. This plant is best suited for experienced growers due to its specific care requirements. It is shipped bareroot, ensuring the pitchers and phyllodia remain intact.
Sarracenia purpurea 'Jersey Girl'
Sarracenia purpurea 'Jersey Girl' is a carnivorous plant with brilliant red lax pitchers and chartreuse veining near the tips. It produces cherry red, umbrella-like flowers in spring and requires full sun and good soil moisture to thrive.
Sarracenia 'Reptilian Rose'
Sarracenia 'Reptilian Rose' is a complex hybrid pitcher plant with tall, colorful pitchers ranging from yellow to deep rosy red. It emits a sweet, rosy scent and requires full sun and constant moisture. This plant undergoes winter dormancy, during which its pitchers turn brown.
Sarracenia minor 'Okefenokee Giant'
Sarracenia minor 'Okefenokee Giant' is a vigorous pitcher plant native to the Okefenokee Swamp region of Florida. It can reach 2-3 feet in height and features green-hooded pitchers with 'white windows'. This plant produces yellow, flying-saucer-like flowers in midsummer.
Sarracenia 'Redbug'
Sarracenia 'Redbug' is a hybrid carnivorous plant with clumps reaching 1 foot tall and 22 inches wide. It can produce up to 180 pitchers at once, featuring a green base and red-infused hood. The plant's propeller-like flowers have blood-red petals, adding a dramatic touch to bog gardens. It thrives in full sun and is a fascinating choice for those interested in insect-attracting plants.
Sarracenia 'Dirty Monkey'
Sarracenia 'Dirty Monkey' is a cultivar of the pitcher plant, celebrated for its intriguing colors and distinctive pitcher shapes. As a carnivorous plant, it captures and digests insects, adding a unique element to gardens. This plant thrives in temperate climates and is a fascinating addition to bog gardens.
Sarracenia flava 'Black Ascot'
Sarracenia flava 'Black Ascot' is a unique clone of the yellow pitcher plant, distinguished by its purple-black ascot-shaped spot. Native to Colquitt County, Georgia, this carnivorous plant can grow up to 2 feet tall. It thrives in bog gardens and is known for its insect-attracting capabilities. The plant's ornamental seed pods and striking foliage make it a fascinating addition to any garden, particularly for those interested in native North American plants.
Sarracenia 'Dutch Stevens'
Sarracenia 'Dutch Stevens' is a hybrid carnivorous plant known for its white-veined, red-flushed pitchers and dazzling red flowers. It reaches up to 18 inches in height and is a winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Sarracenia rosea 'Veinless'
Sarracenia rosea 'Veinless' is a unique American Pitcher Plant species native to Alabama and northern Florida. It features compact, tubby pitchers that are more tolerant of shaded conditions compared to other varieties. This veinless variety is similar to the 'Carl Mazur' clone and requires optimal conditions to develop its pink hues.
Sarracenia 'Daina's Delight'
Sarracenia 'Daina's Delight' is a hybrid pitcher plant with a white-top and sunburn-blister red head and neck. It thrives in nutrient-poor acidic soils that remain very damp, making it ideal for bog gardens.
Sarracenia 'Blood Orange'
Sarracenia 'Blood Orange' is a carnivorous plant with 2-foot tall pitchers that are green at the base and dark red at the tops. It produces peachy rose flowers before the pitchers emerge and requires full-day sun and moist soils to thrive.
Sarracenia 'Abandoned Hope'
Sarracenia 'Abandoned Hope' is a hybrid carnivorous plant with 2-foot tall pitchers that start yellow and age to rusty red. The pitcher tops are netted with yellow and red, adding visual interest. This plant thrives in moist but not constantly wet soils and requires bright sun. Its unique appearance and insect-attracting capabilities make it a fascinating addition to bog gardens or as a conversation piece in plant collections.
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Unstained Glass'
Sarracenia leucophylla 'Unstained Glass' is a carnivorous plant with 28-inch tall green pitchers and white hoods with green veining. It produces yellow flowers in late April and thrives in full sun with moist soil. This plant is a striking addition to bog gardens.
Sarracenia 'Royal Ruby'
Sarracenia 'Royal Ruby' is a hybrid pitcher plant with tall, stately dark red pitchers and a beautifully ruffled lid. It requires full sun and should always sit in at least two inches of distilled or purified water. This plant needs winter dormancy and protection from colder winters.