Pinguicula cyclosecta – Violet Rosette with Sticky Traps (WA Prohibited)
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Pinguicula cyclosecta – Violet Rosette with Sticky Traps
Pinguicula cyclosecta is a mesmerising carnivorous species endemic to the limestone hills of Nuevo León, Mexico. Known for its luminous purple-toned foliage, this butterwort captures unsuspecting insects on its glistening leaves. It exhibits a seasonal dimorphism, adapting beautifully to drier winter conditions by transitioning into a succulent-like form.
Distinctive Features
- Rosette Form: Compact and symmetrical rosette, often rich purple under high light conditions.
- Sticky Carnivorous Leaves: Broad leaves covered in mucilaginous glands to trap and digest prey.
- Seasonal Growth Shift: Shifts between carnivorous and succulent forms depending on season and moisture availability.
Care Tips
- Light: Bright indirect light to partial sun; tolerates strong light which enhances colouration.
- Water: Keep soil moist in summer using distilled or rainwater; allow to dry slightly in winter.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity; thrives in well-ventilated environments.
- Media: Use a porous mix such as 1:1 perlite and peat or a Mexican butterwort mix with added limestone chips.
- Temperature: Optimal temperatures range between 15–27°C; avoid frost exposure.
- Fertiliser: Apply very dilute orchid or carnivorous plant fertiliser once a month in active growth phase.
- Repotting: Repot annually in spring to refresh media and stimulate healthy growth.
Additional Notes
- Not toxic to pets, making it a safer choice for indoor plant collectors.
- Produces delicate violet flowers on tall scapes in spring and early summer.
- Can be propagated from leaf pullings during its carnivorous phase or division of offshoots.
With its jewel-toned leaves and dual seasonal personalities, Pinguicula cyclosecta is a rewarding and unusual addition to any carnivorous plant collection. Ideal for terrariums, windowsills, or even as an eye-catching specimen in a mixed succulent display, this adaptable species offers visual intrigue and passive pest control in one compact rosette.
Shipping Schedule & Biosecurity Information
- Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
- Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
- Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
- Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
- This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
Size: 70mm Pot
