Pinguicula jackii

🌈 Pinguicula jackii (Cuban Butterwort) ✨ A rare tropical butterwort with elegant blue flowers and a love for humidity 🌈 What You’ll Receive A healthy Pinguicula jackii plant Special soil for P. jackii Plant size may vary depending on availability (about 1" in diameter) Plants shown are representative — you will receive a similar plant [Plants may not be flowering at the moment] 📦 Shipped bare root in a protective plastic container 🚚 Shipping days: Monday & Wednesday (to avoid weekend delays) 🌈 Why You’ll Love It Rare species native to Cuba 🌎 Produces sticky carnivorous leaves that catch tiny insects 🪰 Grows year-round without a strong dormancy Beautiful blue flowers on tall stems 🌸 A unique addition for collectors and tropical plant lovers 🌈 Plant Description Pinguicula jackii is a tropical butterwort that grows in a rosette of soft, sticky leaves used to trap and digest insects. Unlike many other Pinguicula, this species typically does not go fully dormant, meaning it can actively grow throughout the year under the right conditions. It naturally grows on moist limestone rocks in humid environments, so it enjoys airflow, moisture, and stable conditions rather than soggy soil. When mature, it produces tall flower stalks with elegant blue blooms that rise above the plant 🌈 Growing Conditions Naturally found in humid, mountainous regions of Cuba Thrives with good airflow + humidity + wet conditions Avoid stagnant conditions 🌈 Important Info (Please Read) ⚠️ 🔥 It is strongly recommended to purchase a heat pack during winter Protects your plant from cold damage during shipping We are not responsible for plants damaged by cold without a heat pack 1 heat pack per order is sufficient 🌈 Final Notes You’ll receive a plant similar to the photos Size and shape may vary slightly (natural growth differences) Best suited for growers who can provide stable humidity and airflow 🌈 Care Guide 🌿 ☀️ Light Indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun or bright lights. 💧 Water Keep media moist, (more than typical Mexican Pings). Use distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. 💦 Humidity Prefers high humidity (70-90%). 🌡️ Temperature Ideal range: 60–80°F. Enjoys cooler nights. 🌱 Soil Well-draining mix composed of akadama, sand, peat moss, calcium, fluval, and perlite (equal parts). Make sure your media is kept wet constantly. 🍽️ Feeding Feeds on small insects. You can supplement with fish food or use diluted fertilizer (Schultz or cactus food — follow bottle directions). 🌙 Dormancy No true dormancy. May slow growth in cooler conditions but remains active.