{"title":"Carnivorous Plants","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCarnivorous plants are specialized growers adapted to nutrient-poor environments,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e utilizing modified foliage to trap and digest insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Our collection includes active butterworts (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"181\"\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) with sticky,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dew-covered leaves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tropical pitcher plants (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"251\"\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) featuring pendulous hanging traps,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and upright North American pitcher plants (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"340\"\u003eSarracenia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each plant is established in our custom carnivorous media and grown under controlled conditions to ensure steady,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e healthy root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause these plants evolved in bog and forest floor environments with virtually no dissolved solids in the groundwater,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e their primary requirement is mineral-free water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always hydrate your carnivorous plants with reverse osmosis (RO),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e distilled,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or clean rainwater,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e avoiding tap water and standard synthetic fertilizers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain bright lighting suited to the genus,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from intense,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e full illumination for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"404\"\u003eSarracenia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to strong,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e diffused light for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"445\"\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"459\"\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pinguicula-cyclosecta-pos","title":"Pinguicula cyclosecta (Butterwort)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePinguicula cyclosecta is a Mexican butterwort distinguished by its broad, spoon-shaped leaves that turn deep shades of purple, violet, and slate-blue under intense lighting, accented by contrasting pale green glandular margins. It alternates between open, sticky carnivorous rosettes in the active growing period and tighter, non-carnivorous succulent rosettes in winter. Maintain bright indirect light to gentle morning sun to bring out its darkest coloration, and hydrate exclusively with reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater to keep the substrate moderately moist during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF carnivorous soil mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45115078639824,"sku":"PICY0-NV-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/PinguiculaCyclosecta-4.jpg?v=1793111319"},{"product_id":"nepenthes-mirabilis-var-globosa-x-ampullaria-pos","title":"Nepenthes mirabilis var. globosa x ampullaria (Tropical Pitcher Plant)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis hybrid cross pairs the rounded, bulbous pitcher profile of Nepenthes mirabilis var. globosa with the compact, tubby shape and clustering habit of Nepenthes ampullaria. The resulting lower pitchers are squat, wide, and heavily patterned in red or green-and-red speckling, topped by an open, round peristome. It grows well in warm, humid lowland conditions with bright indirect light. Keep the root zone evenly moist using only low-mineral water, such as reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45115078705360,"sku":"NEMI0-NV-2","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/Nepenthesmirabilisvarglobosaxampullaria-4.jpg?v=1793113117"},{"product_id":"nepenthes-x-dyeriana-pos","title":"Nepenthes x dyeriana (Tropical Pitcher Plant)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNepenthes x dyeriana is a classic hybrid cross, N. (northiana x maxima) x (rafflesiana x veitchii), known for producing large, dramatic pitchers. The traps feature heavy crimson and copper mottling over an olive-green background, framed by a broad, flared peristome with distinct dark ridges. As a lowland-to-intermediate grower, it thrives in warm temperatures, elevated humidity, and bright indirect light. Water regularly with reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater so the mix stays evenly damp without resting in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45119168512208,"sku":"NEDY0-NV-2","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/NepenthesxDyeriana-3.jpg?v=1793114388"},{"product_id":"pinguicula-guatemala","title":"Pinguicula 'Guatemala' (Butterwort)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePinguicula 'Guatemala' forms compact, neat rosettes of fleshy, pale green leaves coated in tiny glandular hairs that trap small insects. Under intense lighting, the leaf margins often take on subtle pink or bronze hues. Like many Mexican butterworts, it is heterophyllous, alternating between an active carnivorous form in warm, wet periods and a tighter, succulent rosette during drier winter conditions. Provide bright indirect light to gentle morning sun, and use only pure, low-mineral water such as reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater to keep the mix damp during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290475421904,"sku":"PIGU0-NV-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/PinguiculaGuatemala-4.jpg?v=1793109903"},{"product_id":"pinguicula-jaumavensis","title":"Pinguicula jaumavensis (Butterwort)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNative to Mexico, Pinguicula jaumavensis is a miniature butterwort with tightly clustered, incurved leaves that form small, button-like rosettes. The pale green to yellowish foliage is covered in sticky digestive secretions to capture prey, frequently developing soft blush or bronze tones when grown in strong light. It transitions seasonally between active carnivorous leaves and a smaller, dense winter succulent rosette. Grow in bright indirect light to gentle morning sun, watering only with reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater to maintain consistent moisture while actively growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290475946192,"sku":"PIJA0-NV-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/PinguiculaJaumavensis-6.jpg?v=1793111981"},{"product_id":"sarracenia-x-farnhamii","title":"Sarracenia x farnhamii (North American Pitcher Plant)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSarracenia x farnhamii is a hybrid North American pitcher plant (Sarracenia leucophylla x Sarracenia rubra) known for its slender, upright tubular pitchers. The upper pitcher bodies and lids feature crisp white fenestrations netted with deep crimson and burgundy veins. It combines the robust height of S. leucophylla with the dense clustering habit and rich color of S. rubra. Place this plant in full sun or very strong grow lights, standing the pot in a shallow tray of pure, low-mineral water such as reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSarracenia require a cool winter dormancy period of 3 to 4 months with reduced moisture to maintain long-term vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290476568784,"sku":"SRFA0-NV-2","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/Sarraceniaxfarnhamii-4.jpg?v=1793113609"},{"product_id":"pinguicula-agnata-x-gypsicola","title":"Pinguicula agnata x gypsicola (Butterwort)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePinguicula agnata x gypsicola combines the broad leaf base of Pinguicula agnata with the elongated, narrow foliage of Pinguicula gypsicola. The resulting rosettes feature slender, strap-like leaves covered in glistening glandular dew that blush pinkish-red when exposed to strong illumination. The plant shifts seasonally from an open, upright carnivorous form to a tighter resting rosette. Provide bright indirect light to gentle morning sun, and water exclusively with pure reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater to maintain light, even moisture during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290476667088,"sku":"PIAG0-NV-2","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/Pinguiculaagnataxgypsicola-3.jpg?v=1793112360"},{"product_id":"nepenthes-x-hookeriana","title":"Nepenthes x hookeriana (Tropical Pitcher Plant)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNepenthes x hookeriana is a naturally occurring hybrid between Nepenthes ampullaria and Nepenthes rafflesiana. It produces sturdy, barrel-shaped lower pitchers densely mottled with dark red and burgundy blotches over a pale green surface, finished with a finely striped, scalloped peristome. Inheriting the steady, adaptable growth habit of both parents, it thrives in warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright indirect light. Keep the substrate consistently damp using only reverse osmosis, distilled, or rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePot Size: 2.5\" x 2.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMedia: RPF Carnivorous Soil Mix\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Plant Fairy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45302033547472,"sku":"NEHO0-NV-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/files\/Nepenthesxhookeriana-5.jpg?v=1793110803"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1481\/6720\/collections\/Nepenthesmirabilisvarglobosaxampullaria-4.jpg?v=1793116698","url":"https:\/\/www.rareplantfairy.com\/collections\/carnivorous-plants.oembed","provider":"Rare Plant Fairy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}