Sarracenia rubra ancestral Marion Co, GA (Shipped Bare-Root)

This Sarracenia rubra subsp. viatorum from Marion County, Georgia represents one of the most significant taxonomic discoveries in recent carnivorous plant history—formally described by Barry Rice in 2018 after Phil Sheridan recognized these Fall Line Sandhills populations as the potential ancestral bridge between Atlantic coast and Gulf coast rubra variants. Distinguished by shorter pitchers reaching 45 cm, pronounced pubescence, steeply gaping lids, and an unusual boxy mouth, this subspecies commands serious attention from collectors seeking the incredible diversity found across different county populations of this geographically restricted treasure.

Our bare root Sarracenia (North American pitcher plants) are shipped according to their natural growing cycle. During the active growing season (spring through early fall), you'll receive a plant with live foliage, often including vibrant pitchers. In the winter months, Sarracenia naturally enter dormancy, and will be shipped without leaves or with brown, dying pitchers—this is completely normal and essential for the plant's long-term health. Please note that the plant and photo shown are representative of the variety but not the exact plant you will receive. Each plant is unique, and we guarantee a healthy, established rhizome ready to grow.