{"product_id":"pinguicula-debbertiana","title":"Pinguicula debbertiana","description":"\u003cp\u003eP. debbertiana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact Mexican butterwort species native to San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Discovered in 1989 by Paul Debbert and formally described in 1992, P. debbertiana is prized for its striking coloration; leaves flush from pale green to vivid pink and metallic purple under strong light. One of the smaller species, which makes it a good fit for windowsills, terrariums, and tight grow spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heterophyllous species produces two distinct leaf forms: a summer rosette of 20 to 30 glistening, glandular carnivorous leaves that trap \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pinguicula-for-fungus-gnat-control\"\u003efungus gnats\u003c\/a\u003e and other tiny insects, and a tight, succulent winter rosette during dormancy. Flowers are purple with delicate veining and have the unique ability to close at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLive, rooted Pinguicula debbertiana shipped bare root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect to full sun; tolerates more light than most Mexican pings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep moist with distilled or rain water during carnivorous phase; dry out during winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 to 80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining mineral mix (perlite, pumice, peat, sand)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms tight succulent rosette; reduce watering significantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work in a terrarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, provided there's airflow. At 1 to 2 inches it's the smallest plant we grow, but stagnant, fully sealed enclosures invite rot. A vented terrarium or an open windowsill both work well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a species harder to grow than a hybrid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eP. debbertiana is a little more particular about its winter rest than the beginner hybrids. Let it dry out properly when the succulent rosette forms and it's straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe around pets and children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Mexican Pinguicula are non-toxic, and the leaves only catch small insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact grower. Pet-safe. Ships from Arizona.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canyon Exotics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43176483749977,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/3309\/7305\/files\/IMG_0442.jpg?v=1774493603","url":"https:\/\/canyonexotics.com\/products\/pinguicula-debbertiana","provider":"Canyon Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}