Butterwort Seeds – Southern

Grow the fascinating Southern Butterwort (Pinguicula primuliflora), a unique carnivorous plant known for its ability to trap and digest small insects using its sticky, glistening leaves. Perfect for plant collectors or anyone seeking an exotic touch for their garden or terrarium, these seeds produce compact rosettes with light green leaves and delicate violet flowers. The Southern Butterwort thrives in warm, humid climates and makes an excellent choice for indoor cultivation or bog gardens.

Features:

• Produces sticky leaves that naturally attract and capture small insects

• Beautiful violet blossoms during the growing season

• Ideal for indoor pots, terrariums, or moist outdoor areas

• Low-maintenance and fascinating for plant enthusiasts

• Great for natural pest control in small spaces

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Pinguicula primuliflora

• Common Name: Southern Butterwort

• Plant Type: Carnivorous Perennial

• Growth Habit: Rosette-forming herbaceous plant

• Height: Typically 2–5 inches

• Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight

• Soil Type: Moist, acidic, and well-draining (peat and sand mix recommended)

• Watering: Keep soil consistently damp with distilled or rainwater

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–10

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: Late winter to early spring (February–April)

  • Outdoors: Spring (March–May) in mild climates

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks under warm, humid conditions

• Temperature Range: Prefers 70–80°F (21–27°C) for germination

• Blooming Season: Late spring to summer (May–August)