Darlingtonia Seeds - Ornamental Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Growing

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

Features

• Seeds of the Cobra Lily carnivorous pitcher plant
• Produces unique hooded pitcher-shaped 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 consistently moist conditions using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 in tall, 6–12 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 in apart