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Sarracenia Velvet - Trumpet Pitcher Plant - 1 Small Plant

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Sarracenia 'Velvet' lives up to its name with its soft, velvety appearance and deep, rich coloration. The tall, elegant pitchers display a stunning gradient from deep maroon to dark burgundy, with subtle green highlights near the base. The pitcher lid is flared and adorned with intricate veining, adding to the plant's striking aesthetic. Its smooth, glossy surface and bold hues create a luxurious and sophisticated presence. As light intensifies, the colors deepen, enhancing its velvety texture and making it a centerpiece in any carnivorous plant collection.

Experience the opulence of Sarracenia 'Velvet', a unique and luxurious carnivorous pitcher plant renowned for its rich, velvety hues and elegant form. Grown from tissue culture, this small plant (2-5 cm) is perfect for collectors seeking a stunning botanical gem. Native to the wetlands of North America, Sarracenia 'Velvet' thrives in nutrient-poor, high-humidity environments, making it an ideal choice for terrariums or outdoor bog gardens.

Each cup contains a young plant acclimating to its new environment, with a lid to maintain the necessary humidity during the hardening process.


Care Instructions:

  • Humidity: Keep humidity levels above 50% using the included cup lid or a humidity dome.
  • Light: Prefers bright, direct light or a grow light providing 10,000–15,000 lux. Intense light enhances its velvety coloration.
  • Water: Use only distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. Keep the soil evenly moist but avoid standing water.
  • Temperature: Best suited to warm days (20–30°C) and cooler nights (10–15°C).
  • Soil: Use a nutrient-free carnivorous plant mix, such as peat moss blended with silica sand or perlite.
  • Feeding: Do not fertilize young plants. They will naturally capture insects as they grow.

Growing Parameters:

  • Native Habitat: Wetlands of North America.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate, establishing roots and acclimating to its environment.
  • Mature Size: Pitchers can reach heights of 60–70 cm when fully grown.

Transform your collection with the elegance of Sarracenia 'Velvet', a plant that combines luxurious coloration with the fascinating function of carnivory. With proper care, this tissue-cultured beauty will thrive, providing a focal point of natural sophistication.

Sarracenia Velvet - Trumpet Pitcher Plant - 1 Small Plant

$18.00 $65.00 72% Off

What is a Tissue Culture?

A tissue culture vessel is a sterile, transparent container (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) that holds multiple young plants (typically 3 or more) grown under laboratory conditions.

These vessels provide a carefully controlled environment, keeping the plants healthy and contaminant-free until they're ready to transition to standard growing conditions.

Quick Hardening Steps:

  1. Open Lid Gradually: Slightly open the cup to slowly reduce humidity.
  2. Maintain Humidity: Gradually decrease humidity over 2–4 weeks.
  3. Indirect Light: Start with gentle, indirect lighting.
  4. Moist Soil: Keep media damp, never wet.
  • Monitor Closely: Slowly increase airflow and light exposure.

What is a Soil Cup?

Each transparent carnivorous cup (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant freshly transitioned from tissue culture.

Inside, you'll find a young carnivorous plant planted securely in special growing media soil that replicates their natural habitat.

This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity, aiding the delicate plants during their crucial hardening-off stage.

Perfect for both novice growers and experienced collectors, these cups provide a simple and effective way to cultivate and enjoy captivating insect-eating plants