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Sarracenia Purpurea Subsp. Venosa Var. F. Pallidiflora
Sarracenia Purpurea Subsp. Venosa Var. F. Pallidiflora
Sarracenia Purpurea Subsp. Venosa Var. F. Pallidiflora
Sarracenia Purpurea Subsp. Venosa Var. F. Pallidiflora

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. venosa f. pallidiflora

North American Pitcher Plant
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Supplied in a 9cm Pot

You’ll receive one established division growing in a 9cm pot with soil perfect for Sarracenia. Plant size and seasonal appearance will vary; photos show our mother plants.

Seasonal Information

30.07.26 - Many Sarracenia species and hybrids are starting to lose their early pitchers, which may now be removed before shipping

Delivery Information

Delivery from £4.99 (mainland UK). We aim to dispatch orders within 2 working days.

Description of Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. venosa f. pallidiflora

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. venosa f. pallidiflora is a rare anthocyanin-free form of the southern purple pitcher plant. Stewart McPherson and Donald Schnell described it in 2011. Their published account records examples raised from seed in cultivation. Its main differences from typical venosa are the entirely green foliage and pale flowers.

The plant forms a low rosette of broad, swollen pitchers with open mouths. Each hood stands above the opening rather than covering it, and its sides curl slightly inwards. Fine, pale hairs line the inner hood, while short hairs cover the outer pitcher surface. The green colouring makes these details easy to see.

The foliage ranges from lime green to yellow-green, including the lip and throat. It lacks the red veins and purple colouring of normally pigmented venosa. This is a genetic absence of anthocyanins, not simply a greener appearance caused by shade. New growth and flower stalks also lack red pigmentation.

The name pallidiflora refers to its pale flowers. Instead of red petals, it produces pale yellow-green to cream petals beneath green sepals. The petals can lighten further as they age, sometimes approaching white. The flowers retain their familiar nodding shape, but their colouring matches the foliage rather than contrasting with it.

This form grows and divides slowly, so a small plant needs time to develop into a fuller clump. Allow it to establish before considering division, and judge progress over several growing seasons rather than expecting a rapid increase in growth points.

Plant photos above are of our Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. venosa f. pallidiflora 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.

Sarracenia Purpurea Subsp. Venosa Var. F. Pallidiflora

Basic Sarracenia Care

Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa var. venosa f. pallidiflora is easy to care for, given the correct conditions. An unheated greenhouse is an ideal location. Here are the 3 golden rules for healthy Sarracenia pitcher plants.

  1. Provide as much sun as possible.
  2. Keep their pots sat in 1-2cm of rainwater.
  3. Use acidic soil. A 1:1 peat moss & perlite mix is typical.

Take a look at our full, in-depth guide for more information.

Full Care Guide

FAQs

Can I grow Sarracenia outdoors in the UK?

Yes, most Sarracenia species are fully frost-tolerant and can live outside all year round in UK gardens, bog gardens, or patio pots. Species such as leucophylla and psittacina can be more sensitive and usually fare better in an unheated greenhouse.

How do I water Sarracenia?
  • March–October: Stand the plant pot in a saucer or tray containing 1 to 3 cm of rainwater (or more when the weather's really warm). The soil should never be allowed to dry out.
  • November–February: Keep the soil just damp, reducing the standing water significantly while they rest.
Can I use tapwater for Sarracenia?

No, unless you live in a very soft water area (<50ppm) do not use tapwater. Regular tap water contains minerals, lime, and chlorine that burn and kill the roots over time.
Always use collected rainwater, distilled water, or reverse-osmosis (RO) water.

Do Sarracenia need winter dormancy?

Yes, Sarracenia need a cold winter rest period (roughly from Halloween to Valentine's Day) with lower temperatures (unheated greenhouses, cold frames, or bright sheds). Their old pitchers will turn brown and die back; this is completely natural. Trim away dead growth in late winter to prevent mould (botrytis).

Read more here: How to Keep Your Sarracenia Healthy Through Winter Dormancy

What kind of soil should I use for Sarracenia?

Use a specialist peat-free or low-nutrient carnivorous plant compost, typically mixed with perlite or equivalent for drainage. Never use standard multi-purpose garden compost, which contains too many nutrients.

Read more here: Sarracenia Soil Mix Guide: Simple Pitcher Plant Soil for Beginners

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