Violet Butterwort ⚠️ Threatened

Pinguicula ionantha

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lentibulariaceae
Genus:
Pinguicula
Species:
Pinguicula ionantha
USDA Symbol:
PIIO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white, violet, lavender

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to wet pine flatwoods and seepage slopes