Also known as Green Pitcherplant · Pitcher-Plant Green
Green Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia oreophila) is a carnivorous plant native to Alabama and Georgia in the United States. It captures insects using its unique pitfall traps,.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sun promotes vibrant coloration and vigorous growth. Insufficient light leads to weak, leggy pitchers.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged, allowing tray to dry slightly between waterings.
Acidic, nutrient-poor, high organic matter (e.g., peat moss and sand)
50% intensity
Seasonal Variation Required
50% intensity
Needs warm summers (20-30°C) and a cool winter dormancy period (0-10°C) for long-term health.
None Required
0% intensity
Carnivorous plant; nutrients are obtained from captured insects. Avoid all fertilizers, as they will damage the plant.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water as tap water can harm the plant.
Allow the water tray to dry slightly between waterings, especially during dormancy. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Remove dead or dying pitchers and leaves in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This improves the plant's appearance and prevents fungal diseases. Cut back to just above the soil line.
Wear gloves as pitchers can be sharp.
Sarracenia oreophila can be propagated by division of the rhizome during repotting in spring. Carefully separate healthy sections, ensuring each has a growth bud.
Seeds can also be sown, but germination can be slow and unpredictable. Use a well-draining peat-based mix.
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring before new growth starts. Use a loose, acidic mix of peat moss and perlite or horticultural sand. Ensure the pot is deep enough to accommodate the long roots, at least 15-20 cm.
Avoid compacting the soil.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Sarraceniaceae |
| Genus | Sarracenia |
| Species | Sarracenia oreophila |
Similar in genus Sarracenia
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