Family: Lentibulariaceae Genus: Pinguicula (ping-WIK-yoo-la) (Info) Species: filifolia (fil-ee-FOH-lee-uh) (Info)
Category: Perennials Carnivorous and Insectivorous
Height: 6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing: 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure: Light Shade
Danger: N/A
Bloom Color: Violet/Lavender
Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage: Herbaceous
Other details: Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements: 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
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Propagation Methods: By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets) From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting: Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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