Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting
Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting

Darlingtonia Californica Seeds for Planting - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant

Suitable for home gardening use
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$17.42 USD
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Darlingtonia californica Seeds for Planting

Grow the remarkable Cobra Lily from premium-quality seeds. Native to northern California and southern Oregon, this unique carnivorous plant develops distinctive cobra-shaped pitcher leaves that naturally trap insects, making it an exceptional choice for carnivorous plant collections, bog gardens, and specialty containers.

Carnivorous Plant Cobra Lily Rare Native Species Bog Garden Favorite

Key Features

Distinctive Cobra-Shaped Pitchers

Produces dramatic hooded pitcher leaves that resemble a striking cobra, creating an unforgettable display in specialized plant collections.

Natural Carnivorous Adaptation

Specialized pitchers attract, trap, and digest insects, allowing the plant to thrive in nutrient-poor growing conditions.

Perfect for Collectors

A prized species for carnivorous plant enthusiasts, botanical collections, and carefully maintained bog gardens.

Beautiful Seasonal Flowers

Mature plants produce elegant nodding flowers in shades of reddish-brown and yellow-green during spring.

Growing Highlights

USDA Zones 7–10
Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Sun
Watering Constant Moisture
Mature Height 12–36 in
Bloom Season Spring
Germination 4–12 Weeks After Stratification

Specifications

Scientific Name Darlingtonia californica
Common Name (US) Cobra Lily, California Pitcher Plant
Seed Type Carnivorous Plant Seed
Plant Type Perennial Carnivorous Plant
USDA Zones 7–10
Planting Season Spring (After Cold Stratification)
Bloom Season Spring
Sowing Depth Surface Sow; Do Not Cover
Germination 4–12 Weeks After 4–6 Weeks of Cold Stratification
Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Sun
Growing Medium Sphagnum Peat with Perlite or Silica Sand (No Fertilizer)
Watering Use Only Distilled, Rain, or Reverse Osmosis Water
Mature Height 12–36 inches
Plant Spacing 12–18 inches

Growing Guide

Step 1: Cold stratify seeds in a moist medium inside a refrigerator for 4–6 weeks before sowing.
Step 2: Surface sow seeds on moist carnivorous plant mix without covering them, as light helps promote germination.
Step 3: Maintain constant moisture using only distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water while keeping the root zone cool.
Step 4: Avoid fertilizers and mineral-rich water. Grow in nutrient-poor media and allow the plant to obtain nutrients naturally from captured insects.

Darlingtonia californica Seeds for Planting

Grow one of the world's most fascinating carnivorous plants and enjoy its remarkable cobra-shaped pitchers, elegant flowers, and extraordinary adaptations in a specialized bog garden or container collection.