{"product_id":"hvid-fluetrompet-sarracenia-leucophylla-fro-15-stk","title":"White Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia leucophylla) | seeds, 15 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e White-top pitcher plant, white trumpet plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e White-top pitcher plant, crimson pitcher plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e is considered by many to be the most beautiful of all North American pitcher plants. The species originates from the nutrient-poor bogs of the southeastern United States, where it grows in full sun with constantly moist soil and pure rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most distinctive feature of this species is its tall, elegant pitcher leaves with large white areas interwoven with red or green veins. The light areas act as small \"windows\" that let light into the trap and are thought to confuse insects, which find it difficult to find their way out again once they have flown in. The combination of the white patches and the striking veins makes \u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e one of the most eye-catching species in the genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species often produces its largest and finest pitcher leaves in late summer and autumn, where they can reach up to a meter in height under optimal conditions. This is precisely why it has become one of the most used species in the breeding of modern Sarracenia hybrids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in pitcher plants, you can also take a look at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/haette-fluetrompet-sarracenia-minor-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Hooded Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia minor) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia minor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, known for its characteristic light windows, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/gul-fluetrompet-sarracenia-alata-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Pale Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia alata) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia alata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which impresses with its slender and elegant pitcher leaves. You can also explore our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/kodaedende-plantefro\" title=\"Our collection of carnivorous plant seeds\"\u003ecarnivorous plant seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in full sun and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient-poor and acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConstantly moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGood air circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePure rainwater or demineralized water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kodaedende-plantejord-5-l\" title=\"Soil for carnivorous plants\"\u003esoil mix for carnivorous plants\u003c\/a\u003e is ideal. Regular potting soil and fertilizer should be avoided, as the plant naturally grows in very nutrient-poor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant benefits from sitting in a saucer of water throughout the growing season and should be grown in a place with plenty of direct sun to develop the most beautiful colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e is hardy and requires a cool winter dormancy. It can be grown outdoors in Denmark in pots, mini-bogs, or a cold frame if it is protected from the harshest frost periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e germinate best after a cold period. Since we store our seeds at 5 degrees, the seeds are already ready for sowing upon receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCold stratification for 4–8 weeks at refrigerator temperature (we have done this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSowing on the surface of moist soil for carnivorous plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBright location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature of 18–25 °C after cold treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds should not be covered, or only very lightly. Germination typically occurs within 2–8 weeks after stratification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe young plants grow slowly for the first few years, but gradually develop their characteristic trumpet-shaped pitcher leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e is grown primarily as an ornamental and collector's plant. The spectacular white pitcher leaves make it one of the most sought-after species among collectors of North American carnivorous plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species has also had an enormous influence on the breeding of modern hybrids, where its large white patches and elegant growth are often passed on. Many of the most popular Sarracenia hybrids therefore have \u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e as an important part of their lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSarracenia leucophylla\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow one of the world's most beautiful pitcher plants right from seed – a fascinating carnivorous plant with elegant traps, spectacular colors, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54853635080460,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Sarracenialeucophylla_1.jpg?v=1783069340","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/hvid-fluetrompet-sarracenia-leucophylla-fro-15-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}