Sarracenia leucophylla

Sarracenia leucophylla, commonly known as the white-topped pitcher plant, is one of the most striking North American carnivorous plants. It is prized for its tall pitchers topped with distinctive white lids marked with bold red veining.

This species is particularly renowned for its late-season display, producing its largest and most colourful pitchers from late summer into autumn. Colour intensity and pitcher height will vary depending on light levels, temperature, and seasonal growth stage.

Key Characteristics

• Pitcher colour: Green to red pitchers with white, heavily veined lids
• Pitcher height: Tall, upright pitchers under good conditions
• Growth habit: Upright clumping pitcher plant
• Seasonal growth: Peak display late summer to autumn
• Difficulty: Easy with correct care

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to very bright light for best growth and colour
• Water: Rainwater, distilled, or reverse-osmosis water only
• Soil: Carnivorous plant mix (peat with sand or perlite)
• Humidity: Average to high
• Climate: Temperate – requires a winter dormancy period

Winter dormancy is essential for long-term health. During cooler months, growth slows or stops, pitchers may die back, and the plant rests before producing strong new growth in spring.

What You’ll Receive

You will receive a healthy, established plant similar to those shown. As this is a naturally variable species, pitcher size, colour, and veining will vary depending on season and growing conditions.