Pinguicula agnata x rectifolia (Shipped Bare-Root)

Pinguicula agnata x rectifolia

This cross pairs two Oaxaca and Hidalgo area species that both hold up well for growers who want something a little more special than the common hybrids. agnata brings glands on both the top and bottom of the leaf, an unusual trait that makes it one of the more efficient insect trappers in the genus. rectifolia brings kite shaped leaves and slender purple flowers, and it is native to the Huajuapan de Leon area of Oaxaca. Cross the two and you get a plant with real size potential and good flower form from both sides of the family.

Like the rest of my Pinguicula, this is a plant that works for its keep. The sticky leaves are effective at trapping fungus gnats and other small flying pests, useful if you keep it near the rest of your carnivorous plants or houseplants.

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## Care at a Glance

**Light** — Bright indirect to direct light. This cross will take more sun than most butterworts.

**Water** — Distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis only. Tray method during active growth.

**Soil** — A well draining, low nutrient mix. Perlite heavy blend or a purpose made Pinguicula soil.

**Temperature** — 60 to 85°F. No frost tolerance.

**Dormancy** — Expect a smaller, tighter succulent rosette in winter. Cut back on water while it is in that phase.

**Humidity** — Adaptable. No terrarium required.

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## Shipping

Your plant ships bare root, packed carefully for transit. Pot it up on arrival in a well draining, low nutrient mix. A perlite heavy blend or purpose made Pinguicula soil works well.

If your order arrives in winter, it may already be settling into its succulent dormancy phase with smaller, tighter leaves. That is normal. Hold off on heavy watering until it is clearly back in active growth.