Genlisea hispidula
corkscrew plant
Description
Genlisea hispidula is a carnivorous plant native to Africa and South America. This unique plant uses underground traps to capture its prey. It has a rosette of small, spoon-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow flowers on a slender stalk. The plant's traps are specialized root-like structures that attract and trap microscopic organisms. It thrives in acidic, nutrient-poor soil, such as a peat-based mix. Genlisea hispidula requires consistently moist conditions and bright, indirect light to thrive. Always use distilled or rainwater when watering, as tap water can be harmful. Propagation is typically achieved through division or seed.
Description
Genlisea hispidula is a carnivorous plant native to Africa and South America. This unique plant uses underground traps to capture its prey. It has a rosette of small, spoon-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow flowers on a slender stalk. The plant's traps are specialized root-like structures that attract and trap microscopic organisms. It thrives in acidic, nutrient-poor soil, such as a peat-based mix. Genlisea hispidula requires consistently moist conditions and bright, indirect light to thrive. Always use distilled or rainwater when watering, as tap water can be harmful. Propagation is typically achieved through division or seed.