Pitcher Plant Cobra Lily Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant

Pitcher Plant Cobra Lily is a rare carnivorous perennial bog plant known for its distinctive cobra-shaped pitcher leaves that trap and digest insects. Native to cool, nutrient-poor wetland habitats, this unique species is highly prized by collectors and specialty plant enthusiasts. It thrives in carefully maintained conditions where moisture, temperature, and soil quality are precisely controlled.

This plant is best suited for bog gardens, greenhouse setups, or experienced growers who can provide cool root environments and acidic, low-nutrient media. Its exotic structure and insect-trapping adaptation make it one of the most fascinating carnivorous plants for ornamental collections.

Features

• Rare carnivorous bog plant
• Distinctive cobra-shaped pitcher leaves
• Insect-trapping and digesting species
• Highly ornamental exotic plant
• Ideal for bog gardens and collections
• Requires controlled growing conditions
• Best suited for experienced growers

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Darlingtonia californica
• Common Name (US): Cobra Lily / Pitcher Plant Cobra Lily
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Bog Plant Variety
• Growth Habit: Perennial carnivorous herb
• USDA Zones: 7-9 (requires cool root conditions)
• 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 often 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, keep constantly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 inches tall
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart