Carnivorous Cobra Lily Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant

Carnivorous Cobra Lily is a rare perennial bog plant known for its dramatic cobra-shaped tubular leaves that trap and digest insects. Native to cool, high-quality water seepage habitats, this unique carnivorous plant is highly prized by collectors and specialty gardeners. It thrives in carefully controlled conditions where moisture, temperature, and soil composition are strictly maintained.

This plant is best suited for bog gardens, terrarium setups, or experienced growers who can provide cool root environments and nutrient-poor acidic media. Its unusual form and insect-trapping mechanism make it one of the most visually striking carnivorous plants available.

Features

• Rare carnivorous bog plant
• Distinct cobra-shaped trapping leaves
• Insect-catching and insect-digesting species
• Highly ornamental exotic plant
• Ideal for bog gardens and collectors
• Requires controlled growing conditions
• Best for experienced growers

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Darlingtonia californica
• Common Name (US): Cobra Lily
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Bog Plant Variety
• Growth Habit: Perennial carnivorous herb
• USDA Zones: 7-9 (cool root environment required)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall (winter dormancy)
• Sowing Season: Late winter to early spring
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: February, March, April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30–90+ days; cold stratification required, cool temperatures preferred
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (cool root zone essential)
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor bog mix (sphagnum peat, perlite, sand)
• Watering Needs: High; must use rain or distilled water, soil kept constantly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 inches tall
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart