California Pitcher Plant Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant

California pitcher plant is a perennial carnivorous species native to cold, nutrient-poor wetland habitats of western North America. It grows naturally in seepage bogs and streamside areas where water is cool, oxygenated, and acidic. The plant produces distinctive tubular, hooded leaves that function as insect traps. It requires stable cool root conditions and consistently moist, low-nutrient growing media, making it suitable for specialized bog gardens and controlled environments.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial with tubular hooded pitchers
• Native to cool bog and seepage habitats
• Requires consistently moist, acidic conditions
• Suitable for bog garden cultivation
• Prefers cool root zone environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Darlingtonia californica
• Common Name (US): Cobra Lily / California Pitcher Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Bog Plant Variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial carnivorous plant
• USDA Zones: 7-10
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: March to May
• Germination Time And Conditions: 30-90+ days with cold stratification, cool temperatures (5-15°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (cool root conditions required)
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor bog mix (peat and sand)
• Watering Needs: High, constant moisture using pure water (rain or RO water)
• Mature Plant Size: 30-90 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 20-30 cm between plants