{"product_id":"pinguicula-pachuca-butterwort","title":"Pinguicula Pachuca (Butterwort)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Pachuca' is an undescribed Mexican butterwort recognised in cultivation by its locality name, which refers to the Pachuca region of Hidalgo, Mexico. Although it has not yet been formally described, it is believed to originate from the limestone mountain habitats typical of many central Mexican butterworts, where plants grow on shaded rock faces and moss-covered cliffs in nutrient-poor environments. It forms a neat, compact rosette of fleshy leaves and is valued for its attractive appearance and reliable growth in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other members of the genus, \u003cem\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Pachuca' captures tiny insects using specialised glandular leaves coated with a sticky mucilage. Small flies, fungus gnats, and other minute arthropods become trapped on the leaf surface before digestive enzymes break them down, allowing the plant to absorb valuable nutrients. The leaves are typically bright green and may develop subtle pink or bronze tones under stronger light. Mature plants usually produce elegant violet to lavender flowers held above the foliage on slender stems, providing an attractive contrast with the compact rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many Mexican butterworts, this taxon undergoes a seasonal transition between an actively carnivorous summer rosette and a smaller succulent winter rosette adapted to drier conditions. Although it remains formally undescribed, \u003cem\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Pachuca' has become well regarded among collectors for its compact growth habit, attractive flowers, and distinctive locality provenance. Its combination of botanical interest and ornamental appeal makes it an excellent addition to any collection of Mexican carnivorous plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hidalgo, Mexico (Pachuca region)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial carnivorous herb\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact rosette with seasonal carnivorous and succulent growth phases\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically violet to lavender on slender upright stems\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light to gentle morning sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep moist during active growth; reduce watering during the succulent winter phase\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open, free-draining mineral mix suitable for Mexican butterworts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes – forms a compact succulent winter rosette during the dry season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e One healthy \u003cem\u003ePinguicula\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Pachuca' growing in a 4 cm Nano Nursery Pot, ready to continue developing under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nano Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Full Sized Adult 4cm Pot (1 Plant)","offer_id":47612464332937,"sku":"PING-1811-FU","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/9623\/4377\/files\/PinguiculaPachucazoom.png?v=1784189403","url":"https:\/\/www.nanonursery.com.au\/products\/pinguicula-pachuca-butterwort","provider":"Nano Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}