Pinguicula 'Estrellita' — Live Butterwort

Live Pinguicula 'Estrellita'

Pinguicula 'Estrellita' is a hybrid of P. ehlersiae and P. mesophytica, named for its star-shaped form. Under intense light, greener plants can turn pinkish.

At a glance

• About 1 in. across, sometimes larger; matures to 2–2.5 in., depending on care.
• Grow in a sunny windowsill or under T5 or LED lights.
• Use a Mexican Pinguicula mix and keep the soil moist.
• It may enter a succulent state in winter, depending on temperature.