Description of Sarracenia alata var. atrorubra - Orange/ Pink (Jackson County, Mississippi)

This particular clone of the Sarracenia alata var. atrorubra is quite different. It originated from wild-collected seed in Jackson County, Mississippi, over two decades ago. The carnivorous plant expert Nigel Hewitt-Cooper cultivated and selected this unique clone for its unusual colouration.

The plant's shape is a classic example of Sarracenia alata. It produces tall, slender pitchers with a prominent, flared hood. Its defining characteristic is its unusual pitcher colour. In strong, direct sunlight, the typically green and yellow pitchers develop a pronounced blush. This flush is a distinctive orange-pink hue. This colour is not commonly seen in other forms of the species, making this clone a notable exception.

This variety is a beautiful example of the species from its specific coastal Mississippi locale. Its growth habits and structure remain true to its wild origins. The unique colour provides a point of difference amongst other pale pitcher plants in cultivation.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia alata var. atrorubra - Orange/ Pink (Jackson County, Mississippi) 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.