Pinguicula oblongiloba

Pinguicula oblongiloba is a small, carnivorous plant with a rosette of oblong-shaped leaves. Its leaves are coated with sticky glands that trap and digest insects, a critical adaptation to the nutrient-poor, boggy habitats it thrives in. The lavender to pink flowers blossom on solitary stalks, adding a delicate charm to its otherwise lethal allure.

Scientific classification

Species

Pinguicula oblongiloba (Pinguicula oblongiloba)

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Perennial

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Pinguicula oblongiloba

Twice per week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Pinguicula oblongiloba requires minimal pruning; trim dead leaves in early spring to encourage growth and remove spent flowers for more blooms. Avoid over-pruning to maintain its natural form. Pruning improves air circulation and helps prevent disease.

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