Rare Cobra Lily Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant

Rare cobra lily is a perennial carnivorous plant native to cold, nutrient-poor wetland habitats. It grows naturally in seepage bogs where water is continuously cool, oxygenated, and acidic. The plant forms distinctive tubular, hooded leaves that trap insects for nutrition. It requires stable moisture conditions and cool root temperatures, making it suitable for specialized bog gardens and controlled cultivation environments.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial with tubular hooded pitchers
• Native to cool bog and seepage habitats
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor soil conditions
• Suitable for bog garden cultivation
• Needs consistently cool root zone conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Darlingtonia californica
• Common Name (US): Cobra Lily
• 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 zone 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