Pinguicula hemiepiphytica - Mexican Butterwort

Native to the cloud forests of northern Oaxaca, Pinguicula hemiepiphytica is a specialized epiphytic butterwort that grows naturally on moss-laden tree trunks within complex forest ecosystems. Scientifically distinguished from P. moranensis in 1991.

This species exhibits pronounced seasonal leaf polymorphism - producing rounded summer leaves and narrow winter rosettes in response to its montane environment. Inhabiting steep, moisture-rich slopes at 1,900–2,300 meters elevation in the Sierra de Juárez, this species demands the humid, well-draining conditions characteristic of its native habitat.

• Skill Level: Easy.
• Light: Min 1 hour direct sun, max all day.
• Water: Fill tray, keep in water at all times.
• Dormancy: Succulent phase with smaller leaves in winter, reduce watering by half allowing tray to dry between watering's for max 1 day.
• Pot Size 5.5cm.
  

The last pictures are of the parent plants to show you what they can grow into. 

*Please note: All plants are unique, photos are used as examples only. You will receive one of the same type and similar condition and size to the one shown here.