Overview
Pinguicula primuliflora is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Pinguicula, part of the Lentibulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pinguicula primuliflora grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and neutral and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1C. Suggested uses include houseplants.
About
Pinguicula primuliflora ( /ˌpɪˈŋgwɪkjələ ˌpɹɪmjʊləˈfloːɹə/ ), commonly known as the southern butterwort or primrose butterwort, is a species of carnivorous plant belonging to the genus Pinguicula. It is native to the southeastern United States. The typical variety forms a white flower in blooming. Like other butterworts, it has sticky adhesive leaves that attract, capture and digest arthropod prey to supply the plant with nutrients, such as nitrogen, not found in the nutrient-poor, acidic soil that it grows in. Grow it in full sun and partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs a warm, frost-free position in the UK (RHS H1c). It works well for houseplants. It tolerates neutral and acid soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pinguicula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1C
Plant details
Pinguicula primuliflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pinguicula primuliflora
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, surface sown on damp sphagnum moss at 13-18°C (55-64°F) as soon as ripe. Propagate by division, removing offsets in late winter
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pinguicula primuliflora?
Pinguicula primuliflora prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pinguicula primuliflora need?
Pinguicula primuliflora grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers neutral and acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Pinguicula primuliflora hardy in the UK?
Pinguicula primuliflora has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Pinguicula primuliflora?
Propagate by seed, surface sown on damp sphagnum moss at 13-18°C (55-64°F) as soon as ripe. Propagate by division, removing offsets in late winter.
More in the Pinguicula genus
- Pinguicula alpinaalpine butterwort
- Pinguicula heterophylla
- Pinguicula macrophylla
- Pinguicula moranensisMexican long-spurred butterwort
- Pinguicula 'Florian'
- Pinguicula 'Fraser Beaut'
- Pinguicula reticulata
- Pinguicula villosa