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Sarracenia Judith 8.5cm H18cm

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Pot Size 8.5cm H18cm

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Sarracenia ‘Judith’ is a hybrid pitcher plant prized for its tall, tubular traps with striking red and green coloration. As a carnivorous plant, it captures and digests insects, providing both ornamental appeal and a fascinating display of natural insect control. Native to North American wetlands, it thrives in full sun and acidic, nutrient-poor soil.

Full Botanical Name: Sarracenia ‘Judith’
Common Names: Judith Pitcher Plant
Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid from North American Sarracenia species
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded or open wetlands with consistently moist, acidic soil and full sun

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Full sun to partial shade; at least 6 hours of bright light daily for optimal pitcher development

Ideal Room: Outdoor bog gardens, terrariums, or greenhouses with high humidity

Feeding: Naturally captures insects; indoor plants can be supplemented with small insects if needed

Humidity: Moderate to high (50–80%) preferred

Ideal Temperature: 15–30°C (59–86°F); tolerates mild frost during dormancy

Watering: Keep soil consistently wet using distilled or rainwater; avoid tap water with high minerals

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic but delicate; avoid ingestion

Soil Type: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix (sphagnum peat moss with sand or perlite)

Propagation: Division of rhizomes or seeds

Eventual Height and Spread: Pitchers 30–60 cm tall; clumps can spread 30–60 cm

Growth Rate: Moderate

Pests and Treatment: Aphids, slugs; treat carefully without damaging pitchers

Repotting: Every 2–3 years to refresh soil

Pruning: Remove dead or dying pitchers during dormancy

Air Purification: Minimal

Folklore: Symbolizes adaptability, carnivorous ingenuity, and ornamental beauty

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