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Sarracenia From Alabama

A selection of Sarracenia plants, or their seeds, that originated from the state of Alabama in the United States. Location data is essential for helping collectors be a vital store of regional Sarracenia genetics, particularly where natural habitats are endangered or have already been destroyed.

Alabama provides natural habitats to Sarracenia alata, Sarracenia flava, Sarracenia leucophyllaSarracenia psittacina, Sarracenia rubra, Sarracenia alabamensis and Sarracenia rosea (Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii).

Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L58B

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The 'Hurricane Creek' cultivar name can be applied to Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba clones, or their seeds, that were found at the Hurricane Cre...

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Sarracenia oreophila var. oreophila (Boaz, Etowah County, Alabama)

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Sarracenia oreophila var. oreophila (Boaz, Etowah County, Alabama)

Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone E (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L145E

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The 'Hurricane Creek' cultivar name can be applied to Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba clones, or their seeds, that were found at the Hurricane Cre...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone 3A (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L144F

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Sarracenia alata var. cuprea (Deer Park, Washington County, Alabama)

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Sarracenia alata var. cuprea (Deer Park, Washington County, Alabama)

Sarracenia rubra subsp. wherryi - Chatom Giant (Washington County, Alabama)

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Sarracenia leucophylla Red & White, Pink Flowers (Citronelle, Alabama) MK-L39a

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MK-L39a

Sarracenia leucophylla Red/ Pink Tube (Pedido, Alabama) MK-L49B

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MK-L49B

Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba - Green & White Top (Perdido, Alabama) MK-L45

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MK-L45

Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L58A

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone 5a (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L144C

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The 'Hurricane Creek' cultivar name can be applied to Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba clones, or their seeds, that were found at the Hurricane Cre...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone A (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L145A

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Mike Wang Clone A (Baldwin County, Alabama) MW-L9

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Mike Wang Clone E (Baldwin County, Alabama) MW-L13

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. leucophylla f. viridescens (Perdido, Alabama)

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This plant is a rare, anthocyanin-free form of Sarracenia leucophylla. It originates from a specific location near Perdido in Alabama, USA. The 'vi...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba White Top (Baldwin County, Alabama)

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba White Top (Baldwin County, Alabama)

Sarracenia × moorei (Conecuh National Forest, Alabama) MK-H362

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MK-H362

Sarracenia × moorei - F2 (Conecuh National Forest, Alabama) MK-H384a

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MK-H384a

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. burkii (Citronelle, Alabama) MK-PV57

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MK-PV57

Sarracenia leucophylla Pubescent Form (Perdido, Alabama) MK-L7

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MK-L7

Sarracenia leucophylla var. leucophylla (Gas Station Site, Perdido, Alabama)

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. leucophylla (Gas Station Site, Perdido, Alabama)

Sarracenia leucophylla - L3 Giant (Citronelle, Alabama)

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Sarracenia leucophylla L3 Giant is an impressive Sarracenia with location genetics from Citronelle, Alabama. This plant is known for its imposing s...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone F (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L145F

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The 'Hurricane Creek' cultivar name can be applied to Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba clones, or their seeds, that were found at the Hurricane Cre...

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Sarracenia leucophylla var. alba 'Hurricane Creek White' - Clone H (Baldwin County, Alabama) MK-L145H

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FAQs

Do Sarracenia need winter dormancy in the UK?

Yes. Sarracenia are temperate carnivorous plants and naturally go dormant in winter. In the UK, dormancy usually happens outdoors without intervention as days shorten and temperatures drop. During dormancy, growth slows or stops, and older pitchers may brown off; that’s normal. Keep the plant outside in a bright, airy spot, keep the compost damp (not waterlogged), and avoid keeping it warm indoors over winter. Dormancy is important for long-term health and strong growth in spring.

What compost/soil should I use for Sarracenia?

Use a low-nutrient carnivorous plant mix such as peat and perlite, or peat and silica sand (not builders’ sand). Avoid multi-purpose compost, garden soil, and anything with fertiliser added; these can burn the roots. If you prefer peat-free options, choose a carnivorous-plant-safe mix specifically formulated for these plants. Repotting into a fresh mix every few years helps keep plants vigorous.

Do Sarracenia need full sun?

Full sun is ideal. In a bright greenhouse or outdoors in a sunny position, you’ll get better colour, sturdier pitchers, and stronger growth. A little light shade is usually fine, but too much shade often causes weaker, greener growth and fewer pitchers. If you’re growing on a balcony, patio, or in a bog planter, choose the brightest spot you have.

Do I need to use rainwater for Sarracenia?

Rainwater is strongly recommended. Like most carnivorous plants, Sarracenia dislike minerals and salts that can build up in compost over time. Use rainwater, distilled water, or reverse-osmosis (RO) water whenever possible. If you’re stuck, some UK tap water is low enough in dissolved minerals to use occasionally, but long-term it can lead to leaf tip burn, slow growth, and a gradual decline. When in doubt, rainwater is safest.

Can Sarracenia live outside all year in the UK?

In most of the UK, yes, Sarracenia are generally well-suited to outdoor growing. They can handle typical UK winter conditions while dormant. An unheated greenhouse will provide your plants with a longer growing season, though. Species such as Sarracenia leucophylla and Sarracenia psittacina often perform better in a greenhouse.