Sarracenia oreophila x alata "Black Throat"

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Sarracenia oreophila x alata "Black Throat" crosses two southeastern pitcher plants. S. oreophila, the green pitcher plant, is a rare species from the mountains of Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina, known for sturdy, upright pitchers with a wide mouth. S. alata "Black Throat" is a dark-throated form of the pale pitcher plant from the Gulf Coast. This cross brings together oreophila's upright form with alata's dark coloring.

S. oreophila tends to finish its pitcher season early and produces flat, curved, non-pitcher leaves in late summer, and this hybrid may show some of that habit. Color is strongest in full sun.

Difficulty	Easy
Water	Distilled, rain, or RO water only. Keep soil wet using tray method.
Light	Full sun, 6+ hours of direct light. Best grown outdoors.
Soil	Peat, perlite. Our Bog Soil Mix is a great choice!
Temperature	Hardy outdoors. Tolerates summer heat; needs winter cold.
Humidity	Adaptable
Dormancy	Required, about 3–4 months in winter
Feeding	Catches its own insects outdoors. Never fertilize the soil.

Still have questions? Read our Sarracenia Care Guide or contact us.

You will receive one potted mature division of Sarracenia oreophila x alata "Black Throat" with at least one active growth point, similar in size and appearance to the product photos.

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FAQ

Why are some leaves flat instead of pitchers?

S. oreophila naturally produces flat, curved, non-pitcher leaves in late summer, and this hybrid may do the same. It's normal and not a sign of a problem.

Does it need full sun?

Yes. Give it at least 6 hours of direct sun a day, ideally more. Strong sun brings out the dark coloring and keeps pitchers upright.

Does it need winter dormancy?

Yes. Like all Sarracenia, it needs about 3–4 months of winter cold. In milder climates, plants in large pots can usually stay outdoors year-round; small pots freeze solid faster and may need protection during hard freezes.

What water and soil should I use?

Distilled, rain, or RO water only, kept wet via the tray method, in a peat/perlite mix like our Bog Soil Mix.

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