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Pinguicula ibarrae - Tissue Culture Flask, Large (12oz)

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Plants shipped bare-root or in flask, insulated and wrapped for protection

Pinguicula ibarrae is a rare and beautiful butterwort species native to Hidalgo, Mexico, where it grows on mossy rock faces in foggy, humid conditions. Discovered in 2001 by grower Adolfo Ibarra and formally described in 2005 by botanist Sergio Zamudio, this species stands out for its lush growth and minimal dormancy. Unlike many Mexican Pinguicula, P. ibarrae typically receives consistent moisture year-round, and only forms a succulent rosette in the driest conditions.

Shipping
  • Local pickup in Los Angeles and San Diego available
  • Winter shipping: We advise all orders ordered during the winter be shipped with heat packs. We are not responsible for damages due to shipping of plants during winter without heat packs.

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 We pack with care to ensure plants arrive healthy. If damage occurs in transit, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

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Care Instructions

  • Light: Partial to full sun, or grow light equivalent
  • Potting medium: Mexican Pinguicula soil mix, or coarse sand and perlite
  • Feeding: Bugs, dried bloodworms, fish food, or diluted foliar fertilizer (e.g. Maxsea) every 2–3 weeks
  • Water: Keep soil consistently damp with low-mineral water (rain or distilled)
  • Humidity: 50–80%
  • Temperature: 55–90°F
  • Dormancy: None, though leaves may shrink slightly in winter while remaining carnivorous

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