Cobra Plant Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Growing

Cobra Plant Seeds are from Darlingtonia californica, commonly known as Cobra Lily or California Pitcher Plant, a unique carnivorous plant native to cool mountain bogs of northern California and Oregon. This perennial plant is valued for its distinctive cobra-shaped pitchers, hooded leaf structures, and unusual appearance. Cobra Plant is commonly grown in specialized carnivorous plant collections, cool bog gardens, and moist container displays. It performs best in bright light, acidic nutrient-poor growing media, and consistently cool, moist conditions.

Features

• Seeds of the Cobra Plant carnivorous pitcher plant
• Produces unusual cobra-shaped pitcher leaves
• Suitable for bog gardens and specialty carnivorous plant collections
• Prefers cool and moist growing environments
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor growing media
• Provides distinctive ornamental foliage

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Darlingtonia californica
• Common Name (US): Cobra Lily, California Pitcher Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Perennial rosette-forming carnivorous plant
• USDA Zones: 6–9
• Planting Season: Fall or Winter
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Fall to Winter
• Sowing Season Months: October–February
• Germination: 30–180 days; may require cold stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix with sphagnum moss, peat, and sand
• Watering Needs: Maintain consistent moisture using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 in tall, 6–12 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 in apart