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Sarracenia flava

Also Known As

Yellow Pitcher Plant
Yellow Trumpet Plant

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous, aquatic

size

H: 30"
W: 12"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Sarracenia flava plant details

Sarracenia flava is a semi-evergreen perennial carnivorous aquatic with chartreuse foliage. In spring red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and standing water - high water. Does well in acidic, gritty and lean soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sarracenia flava

Plant type: perennial carnivorous aquatic
Plant family: sarraceniaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: bog garden, showy, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sarracenia flava

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, gritty and lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sarracenia flava is native to the southeastern US. It is one of the most dramatic of pitcher plants with tall, lime green pitchers often to two feet tall. Some plants will have red venation. The flowers are golden yellow and resemble flying saucers. They appear in spring before the new pitchers. By the end of each season the tall pitchers will be filled to the brim with dead flies and other insects. Yum! Yum!