Butterwort. This unusual & interesting plant uses its sticky leaves to lure, trap and digest small insects but is also noted for its attractive flowers. It will Make a fantastic addition to any display. Prefers direct sunlight, in moist soft water and stand temperatures as low as 5 degrees.
Pinguicula x Tina
A rosette of sticky pale green leaves and trumpet-shaped dark blue, spurred flowers with a white throat in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Pinguicula |
|---|---|
| Species | x Tina |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Butterwort |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Lentibulariaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep permanently moist |
| Border | Bog garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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