Rommel Valdez 
Found throughout Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and New Guinea, nepenthes ampullaria is unique among tropical pitcher plants because it is a detritivore, not carnivore. These plants also have some particular care requirements, but nothing too difficult for a beginner to handle. Nepenthes ampullaria may be grown in a terrarium with partially shaded light and high … Read more
Native to the Philippines, Nepenthes ventricosa is among the easiest pitcher plants to grow. It is very forgiving so it is perfect for a beginner. A mature n. ventricosa can reach 8 inches and comes in various shades of red, green, pink and white. If you want to try your hand at raising nepenthes, this … Read more
Nepenthes mirabilis is one of the most widely grown pitcher plants in the world. It is easy to cultivate which makes it suitable for those who have no experience with carnivorous plants. In this guide you will learn how to grow and keep a n. mirabilis alive for many years. Nepenthes mirabilis should be in … Read more
Pinguicula caerulea is found throughout the warmer areas of the United States and it is classified as a warm temperate butterwort. The plant is known for its beautiful blue flowers which has earned it the name blue butterworts. In the following guide you will learn the essentials for growing these plants. Pinguicula caerulea can be … Read more
A popular and widely cultivated butterwort variant, pinguicula rectifolia is also known as p. huahuapan after Huahuapan De Leon in Oxaca, Mexico where it grows. This is a beautiful carnivorous plant that is easy to grow and would make for a fine addition in any home. Pinguicula rectifolia prefers partial to full light outdoors or … Read more
Pinguicula lutea is found throughout the southeastern United States, mostly in open pine woods, marshes and bogs. This warm temperate pinguicula is well known for its bright yellow flowers. The plant is not difficult to cultivate in a garden, but it has a few specific requirements that set it apart from other butterworts. Plant pinguicula … Read more
Native to San Luis Potosi, Mexico, pinguicula gypsicola has earned a reputation for being difficult to grow. However with proper care, domestic cultivation is very possible. With its unique appearance, it is going to make a fine addition to your collection. Pinguicula gypsicola grows in partial to full light at 55-90 F degrees and up … Read more
Named after the Greek goddess of love, pinguicula Aphrodite is the product of breeding p. moctezumae and p. agnata. This fast growing plant has lavender colored flowers and long leaves that can get up to 10 inches long. Caring for p. Aphrodite is easy, especially if you have grown Mexican butterworts before. Pinguicula Aphrodite should … Read more
Pinguicula grandiflora is a cold temperate carnivorous plant found in Europe and throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike Mexican butterworts, p. grandiflora naturally grows in places with cold winters, so outdoor cultivation is ideal. If you want to raise one of these, follow the simple steps. Pinguicula grandiflora is a cold hardy perennial that needs partial … Read more
Pinguicula cyclosecta is a small tropical butterwort found in many parts of Mexico. Its most distinguishing feature is the violet leaves that are tinged with blue-green. Caring for p. cyclosecta is easy especially if you have grown tropical butterworts before. If not, this guide will walk you through the essential steps. Pinguicula cyclosecta needs at … Read more