Sarracenia purpurea has a unique appearance. The flower not only pleases the eye, but also fights insects. When growing it, special difficulties do not arise. Provide conditions similar to those that the flower is used to in the wild. Can be grown in the apartment and on the site. No top dressing required.
Sarracenia - what kind of flower
Sarracenia is a flower that feeds on insect debris. It is considered one of the most active carnivorous plants. It belongs to the perennials of the Sarracenius family.
Sarracenia - the original plant
Short description of what it looks like
Leaflets grow on the bottom of the plant. Have a scaly appearance. Catching leaflets are collected in a socket. Distributed on the Atlantic coast of North America. It can also be found in Central Ireland. The flowers are large, perianth double. Peduncle has no leaves. On one plant, they can be from one to three.
The jug of the plant acts as a means of hunting
Varieties of a predatory plant
The plant includes ten species. Each of them has its own characteristics. It is worth considering the most common of them.
Sarracenia purpurea (Sarracenia purpurea)
The species will change most widely. Sarracenia purpurea grows well in the European climate. Not only grown by gardeners, but also confidently feels in the wild. Five subspecies are known. The most sought after is sarracenia purpurea. It has reddish leaves, which become saturated under sunlight. In winter, hibernates. Leaves have a length of 15 cm, and peduncles grow up to 30 cm. The flowers differ in greenish-purple or red color. Hunting jugs occupy a horizontal position.
Note! This species includes the hybrid of Dracula sarracenia.
Sarracenia yellow (Sarracenia flava)
Flowers have a yellow color. The jug has a characteristic tubular structure. Sarracenia yellow grows in marshy areas in the form of extensive thickets. Traps are arranged vertically. Their height can reach 80 cm. You need to care and feed in the same way as other species.
Parrot Sarracenia (Sarracenia psittacina)
The only species of sarracenia whose behavior towards insects can be called aggressive. Predator flowers are wide open and look like a claw. Above them is a small canopy. Aggressiveness is manifested in the fact that insects attracted by the aroma of nectar do not slide down, but stick to the plant.
The leaves of parrot parrot have a burgundy color. There are specimens with black leaves. In the natural environment, these flowers grow on moist soils or in shallow waters off the coast.
Sarracenia farhamii
Leaves are green. Sometimes reddish streaks are visible on them. Flowers can be yellow, red or burgundy. In rare cases, the color is white or cream.
Sarracenia Venosa Red
Venose grows in the southeastern United States. It is a rare species. It is characterized by the presence of long leaves reaching 50 cm. With the help of flowers of rich red color, the plant attracts insects and feeds on them. There are individual instances in which the color of the flowers is scarlet or maroon.
Additional Information! Its subspecies is popular - Alabama sarracenia. The leaves are dark orange and the flowers are brown.
Growing Sarracenia at Home
The principle of catching insects as it feeds
The flower of sarracenia resembles a water lily. Sweet juice, which is attractive to insects, stands out at its edges. When they come to feast, they fall on the inner surface, covered with hairs, tilted down. It is impossible to stay on this surface.
Insects fall down, falling into a special liquid, which contains many bacteria. They break down the remains of insects. The remaining parts feed on larvae. Vital waste is the nutrients that are absorbed by the plant.
Insect hunt
Home Care
Sarracenia home care should be tailored to wildlife. When grown, they provide plenty of moisture and lighting.
Illumination and temperature
Sarracenia purpurea requires good lighting. Daily rate - for 8-10 hours. When growing in an apartment, it is recommended that Fiona sarracene be placed at the south or west window. If it is not possible to provide the required lighting, illuminate with phytolamps or fluorescent lamps.
Watering rules and humidity
If the flycatcher of sarracenia grows in open ground, then it does not need additional moisture. It receives the right amount of fluid from the soil. When grown in a container, watering should be frequent. The plant is provided with moisture close to natural conditions.
Sarracenia in the process of hunting
Top dressing and soil quality
Sarracenia in the wild grows on swamps or the banks of water bodies. It is recommended to use the following composition for the soil mixture: 2 parts of perlite, 4 - peat, 1 - sand.
Note! Feeding is not recommended. The plant may be damaged if this rule is violated. Make sure that the acidity is at the level of 5-6 pH.
Transplant features, how to choose a suitable pot
Sarracenia Warframe grows fast. With careful care, the roots grow well. Before the flower becomes crowded, it should be transplanted. The best time for this is immediately after the end of the rest period.
The pot is taken from plastic or glass. Drainage holes are made in the bottom. Provide him with well-drained soil. For this, expanded clay or fine gravel is poured on the bottom before planting.
On a note! Pots should not be porous - they are not suitable for growing sarracenia due to the fact that they perfectly pass liquid.
Flowering and dormancy
Flowering occurs at the very end of winter and lasts until August. When the time comes for intensive growth, make sure that the lower part of the flower pot is in the water at a depth of 2-2.5 cm. During the rest period, watering is reduced when caring for sarrazena. At this time, the vital activity of sarracenia slows down.
How does a flycatcher breed
For reproduction, seeds or root division are often used. Some varieties are hybrid, so it is important to consider that only those purchased in specialized stores are used for their cultivation.
Seeds
The plant can be propagated using seeds. To do this, use peat pots. After the sprouts appear, they are dived, placing in separate pots. Before landing, stratification is done. For this, the seeds are kept in the cold for 1-2 months.
Rhizome division
Sarracenia plant propagates through the root system. For this, a part with sprouts is separated from the roots and transplanted to a new place. This cannot be done too often. Otherwise, the roots become small.
Growing on the site
Growing problems, diseases and pests
The most dangerous pests for Twilight Warframe sarracaenia are spider mites and aphids. To prevent infection, the plant is regularly inspected. If insects are found, they are washed off with warm water. Damaged parts of the plant are separated and destroyed. After this, spraying with specialized drugs is carried out.
Sarracenia twilight, due to its decorative properties, serves as an excellent decoration of an apartment or a summer cottage. The ability to kill insects is a perennial advantage.
