Butterwort Seeds – Mexican

Grow your own exotic Mexican Butterwort (Pinguicula moranensis), a fascinating carnivorous plant that adds beauty and natural pest control to your indoor or outdoor garden. Known for its sticky, insect-trapping leaves, this plant thrives in warm, humid environments and produces charming purple to pink flowers. Ideal for collectors and gardeners who enjoy unique, low-maintenance plants with both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

The Mexican Butterwort is native to Central America and adapts well to household conditions. It uses its specialized leaves to attract and digest small insects, helping reduce unwanted pests naturally. With proper light and moisture, this plant flourishes in containers, terrariums, or shaded garden spaces.

Features:

• Type: Carnivorous perennial plant

• Scientific Name: Pinguicula moranensis

• Common Name: Mexican Butterwort

• Growth Habit: Rosette-forming herbaceous perennial

• Flower Color: Pink to violet

• Germination Time: 2–4 weeks under optimal conditions

• Maintenance: Low; prefers humid environments

• Pest Control: Naturally attracts and digests small insects

Specifications:

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to bright indirect light

• Soil Type: Well-draining, nutrient-poor (peat and sand mix recommended)

• Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged; use distilled or rainwater

• Temperature Range: 60°F to 80°F (15°C to 27°C)

• Plant Type: Tender perennial

• Zones: USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11

• Season:

  • Sowing: Spring to early summer (March–June)

  • Blooming: Late spring through early fall (May–September)

  • Dormancy: Mild winter dormancy under cooler, drier conditions

• Maturity: Flowers typically appear within 12–18 months after germination

• Indoor/Outdoor Use: Suitable for both, best in terrariums or pots indoors