General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Plant Height: 2-4 inches
Plant Spread: 4-6 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Mauve
Pink
Purple
Flower Time: Other: Can bloom at any time with periodic rests in between cycles
Uses: Suitable for miniature gardens
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Leaf
Division
Offsets
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Tolerates poor soil
Carnivorous

Common names
  • Butterwort
Also sold as:
  • Abalone Giant

Comments:
  • Posted by Ispahan (Chicago - Zone 6a) on Nov 7, 2011 12:47 PM concerning plant:
    A plant that is very easy to grow. The sticky leaves will help control fungus gnats within the home. This butterwort is a rapid divider and is not picky about lighting, humidity or soil. I have even grown it in straight potting soil and watered with tap water and it still does well. The flowers are abundant and lovely!

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