Description of Sarracenia alata var. alata f. viridescens (Washington County, Alabama)

Sarracenia alata var. alata f. viridescens (Washington County, Alabama) is an anthocyanin-free form of the pale pitcher plant. Unlike typical alata forms, it lacks the pigments responsible for red and purple colouration, resulting in pitchers that remain entirely green throughout the growing season. This gives the plant a clean, uniform appearance and highlights its shape and texture rather than its colour.

Pitchers are slender and upright, typically reaching around 15 inches (38cm) in height. The tubes are narrow and elegant, widening gradually towards the mouth. A broad, gently arching lid sits above the opening, often with softly undulating margins that add character to the otherwise simple form.

The pitchers are coated in a layer of pubescence that gives them a soft, felt-like texture when touched. This characteristic is especially noticeable on fresh growth and helps separate it from smoother forms of Sarracenia alata.

The absence of anthocyanin pigmentation allows the finer details of the pitcher to stand out clearly. Veins remain visible but appear in subtle shades of green rather than red. In strong sunlight, the pitchers can take on bright lime-green tones, while older growth develops a softer yellow-green appearance.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia alata var. alata f. viridescens (Washington County, Alabama) mother plants. Divisions are taken from the mother plants and are planted into 9cm pots to be sold. Division sizes can vary greatly and will always be sent largest first. If you'd like to know the size of a plant before ordering, please feel free to contact us.