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Sarracenia rubra subsp. rubra

Sweet Pitcherplant
Also known as: Sarracenia gronovii var. rubra (Walter) Alph.Wood +2 more
  • Sarracenia gronovii var. rubra (Walter) Alph.Wood
  • Sarracenia rubra var. acuminata Hook. ex A.DC.
  • Sarracenia sweetii A.DC.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
  • Botanical Family: Sarraceniaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.

Originating in North America, Sarracenia rubra subsp. rubra (commonly known as Sweet Pitcherplant) is a rhizomatous plant belonging to the Sarraceniaceae family. Within its native range, this subspecies is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Sarracenia rubra, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.

Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Base Species & Variations

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