Pinguicula hemiepiphytica — Live Butterwort

Live Pinguicula hemiepiphytica

Pinguicula hemiepiphytica is a perennial hemiepiphytic to lithophytic butterwort endemic to Sierra de Juárez, Oaxaca. In habitat, it grows on moss-covered tree trunks.

At a glance

• About 1 in. across; matures to 2–3 in., depending on care.
• Foliage turns purple in full sun, and greener plants can become purplish under intense light.
• Grow in a sunny windowsill or under T5 or LED lights.
• Use a Mexican Pinguicula mix and keep the soil moist.