Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Sarraceniaceae

Genus:

Sarracenia

Species:

Sarracenia × farnhamii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Bloom Months:

mar, apr

Bloom Colors:

Red

Native Range

United States: Florida

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, acidic, sandy peat

pH:

4.5 - 5.5 (strongly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers bog-like conditions with high humidity

Germination Information