Pinguicula emarginata x hemiepiphytica — Approx. 1-inch plant

Pinguicula emarginata x hemiepiphytica is a hybrid created around 2021. It produces violet-eggplant flowers with distinct emarginata flower patterns, and its foliage may turn reddish under intense light.

At a glance

• Current size: about 1 inch in diameter
• Flower: violet-eggplant coloring with distinct emarginata patterns
• Foliage: may turn reddish in intense light, with a more pronounced outer rim
• Mature size: about 2–3 inches, depending on care

Care

• Light: a sunny windowsill, T5, or LED lights
• Growing medium: Mexican Pinguicula mix
• Water: keep the soil moist
• Feeding: fish food or bugs every 3–4 weeks
• Conditions: 50–80% humidity and 55–85°F