Cobra Plant Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant
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Cobra Plant Seeds
Cobra Plant is a distinctive carnivorous perennial recognized for its unique hooded pitcher-shaped foliage that resembles a cobra. It thrives in cool, consistently moist environments with acidic, nutrient-poor growing media, making it well suited for bog gardens, specialty containers, water garden edges, and carnivorous plant collections.
Key Features
Unique Cobra-Shaped Pitchers
Produces striking hooded pitcher leaves that create an eye-catching display in specialty gardens.
Moisture-Loving Perennial
Thrives in consistently moist conditions and returns with fresh growth each growing season.
Excellent for Bog Gardens
Ideal for bog planters, carnivorous plant displays, and water garden landscapes.
Perfect for Containers
Performs well in specialty pots filled with acidic carnivorous plant growing media.
Product Highlights
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Darlingtonia californica |
| Common Name | Cobra Plant |
| Seed Type | Carnivorous Plant Seed |
| Growth Habit | Perennial Carnivorous Plant |
| USDA Zones | 6–9 |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Growing Season | Spring Through Fall |
| Sowing Season | Late Winter to Spring |
| Sowing Months | February–April |
| Germination Time | 30–90 Days |
| Germination Conditions | Cold Stratification Recommended; 60–70°F (16–21°C) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Sun |
| Soil | Acidic, Nutrient-Poor Carnivorous Plant Growing Medium |
| Watering | Keep Growing Medium Constantly Moist Using Rainwater or Low-Mineral Water |
| Mature Size | 18–36 in Tall × 12–24 in Wide |
| Plant Spacing | 12–18 in Apart |
Growing Guide
Perfect For Bog Gardens, Water Features And Specialty Plant Collections
Cobra Plant is an exceptional carnivorous perennial admired for its unusual pitcher-shaped foliage and architectural beauty. It makes an excellent addition to bog gardens, botanical collections, specialty containers, and ornamental landscapes designed for moisture-loving plants.