Yellow Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia flava)
Sarracenia flava, the Yellow Pitcher Plant, is a carnivorous plant from the southeastern US, known for its tall, erect pitchers that trap insects.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, use pure water.
Soil
Acidic, nutrient-poor, boggy soil, such as a mix of peat moss and sand.
Temperature
Prefers warm summers and cool winters.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Does not require fertilization; captures prey.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun.
At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep soil consistently moist, use pure water.
Avoid tap water; use distilled, rainwater, or RO water.
Acidic, nutrient-poor, boggy soil, such as a mix of peat moss and sand.
Prefers warm summers and cool winters.
Requires a cold winter dormancy period.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Does not require fertilization; captures prey.
Only use specialized, diluted fertilizer if no insects are available.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Requires a cold winter dormancy period.
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow, Red
Leaf Type
Pitcher
Flower Size
5-8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familySarraceniaceae
- genusSarracenia
- speciesSarracenia flava
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No