Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lentibulariaceae

Genus:

Pinguicula

Species:

Pinguicula primuliflora

USDA Symbol:

PIPR

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, yellow, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

wet, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in bogs and wetland areas

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Seeds require light and consistent moisture; surface sow on moist sphagnum or peat. No cold stratification needed.