Sarracenia purpurea ssp. venosa
Best carnivorous plant for curious indoor gardeners and native species collectors.
Discover the unique Sarracenia purpurea ssp. venosa, a captivating carnivorous plant native to Brunswick County, North Carolina. This specimen is a mature, flowering size, cultivated from seed and ready to enhance any collection. It arrives potted in a 3.5-inch square container, standing 5 inches tall, and is expertly prepared for display. Its natural insect-trapping foliage offers a fascinating and dynamic element to your home or garden. Embrace the beauty and intrigue of this established North Carolina native, a truly remarkable addition for plant enthusiasts.
$300.00
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Cultivar
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/ ssp venosa (Brunswick Co, NC)
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking natural solutions for garden pest control
- Gardeners living in regions with cold winter climates
- Design-focused plant lovers wanting a unique decorative centerpiece
Who should skip it
- Casual plant owners unwilling to source distilled or rainwater
- Indoor growers lacking space for a cold winter dormancy
- Apartment dwellers without access to direct, unfiltered sunlight
Performance breakdown
Botanical Maturity
Flowering-size specimen ensures immediate visual impact and potential reproductive success.
Provenance Authenticity
Sourced directly from Brunswick County stock for genuine native genetics.
Display Readiness
Arrives professionally potted and ready for instant placement in your collection.
Cultivation Quality
Seed-grown specimens typically exhibit superior vigor compared to mass-produced tissue cultures.
Shipping Resilience
Secure packaging methods prioritize plant health during transit to your doorstep.
Visual Intrigue
Dynamic foliage structure provides a fascinating focal point for any enthusiast.
Key Specs
Cultivar
ssp. venosa (Brunswick Co, NC)
Stage
Mature flowering size
Pot Size
3.5" square
Pot Height
5 in
Features
- Unique insect-trapping foliage
- Mature flowering size specimen
- Ready for immediate display
- North Carolina native provenance
- Cultivated from seed
- Ships potted and secure
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Sarracenia purpurea ssp. venosa specimens received from Little Carnivores. Reviewers frequently highlight the robust size and vibrant coloration of the plants, noting they often exceed expectations compared to online images. A major theme is the meticulous care taken in packaging, ensuring the delicate plants arrive undamaged and ready to thrive. This reliable delivery of superior specimens solidifies the product's strong value proposition for carnivorous plant enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
Yes, like all North American pitcher plants, this species requires a winter dormancy period where temperatures drop significantly. During this time, the plant will slow its growth and may lose some of its older pitchers.
You must use distilled water, reverse osmosis water, or rainwater. Tap water contains minerals and salts that can quickly damage or kill the root system of a Sarracenia.
While it can be kept indoors, it requires extremely bright, direct sunlight—ideally from a south-facing window or a high-output grow light. It will struggle to thrive in standard indoor lighting conditions.
No, you do not need to feed it. If kept outdoors, it will naturally attract and trap its own prey. If kept indoors, it can survive without insects, though it may grow more slowly.
It is best to leave the plant in its current pot for at least a few weeks to allow it to acclimate to your environment. When you do repot, ensure you use a nutrient-free medium like long-fiber sphagnum moss or a peat-perlite mix.
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