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Pinguicula Yucca Do 1713 (Butterwort)
Pinguicula Yucca Do 1713 (Butterwort)
Pinguicula 'Yucca Do 1713' is an attractive Mexican butterwort of uncertain botanical identity, belonging to the informal "Yucca Do" complex of plants originally introduced into cultivation through the Atlanta Botanical Garden from material collected by Yucca Do Nursery. Although it has similarities to species within the Pinguicula esseriana complex, its precise taxonomic placement remains unresolved and it is therefore best treated as an unnamed cultivated form rather than assigned to a species. It is a compact, perennial butterwort that produces neat rosettes, making it particularly appealing to collectors of miniature carnivorous plants. (pinguicula.org)
During the active growing season, the plant develops fleshy, sticky leaves covered in tiny mucilage-producing glands that capture fungus gnats, springtails and other small insects. Digestive enzymes released from specialised glands break down the prey, allowing the plant to absorb valuable nutrients from otherwise nutrient-poor environments. Under bright light the leaves often develop attractive pink, rose or purple tones, while remaining compact with gently incurved margins. In cooler, drier conditions the plant typically forms a smaller succulent winter rosette composed of non-carnivorous leaves, a characteristic shared by many Mexican butterworts. White flowers, sometimes showing faint lilac tones with a yellow throat and violet markings, are produced on slender stalks held well above the foliage to avoid trapping pollinating insects.
The enduring mystery surrounding the Yucca Do collection has made this clone particularly desirable among Pinguicula enthusiasts. More than two decades after its introduction, 'Yucca Do 1713' remains without a confirmed scientific identity, highlighting how much remains to be discovered about the remarkable diversity of Mexican butterworts. Its compact size, colourful foliage and intriguing history make it an excellent addition to any carnivorous plant collection, whether displayed on a windowsill or as part of a specialised Mexican Pinguicula collection.
Origin: Mexican "Yucca Do" complex (exact locality and species unresolved)
Plant Type: Tropical carnivorous perennial butterwort
Growth Habit: Compact rosette-forming plant with seasonal succulent winter rosette
Flowers: White to very pale lilac with a yellow throat and violet markings, borne on tall flower stalks
Light: Bright indirect light to strong artificial lighting
Water: Rainwater, distilled or reverse osmosis water; lightly moist during active growth with a slightly drier winter rest
Growing Medium: Free-draining Mexican Pinguicula mix with mineral components
Dormancy: Seasonal succulent winter rosette rather than a true dormancy
What's Included: One healthy Pinguicula 'Yucca Do 1713' growing in a Nano Nursery cup, ready to continue developing under suitable conditions.
A tissue culture plants are grown in clear gel, transparent container that holds multiple young plants (typically 3 or more) grown under laboratory conditions.
Our Gel Cup are non-sterile gel media that we use for start the hardening process after a plant has been in tissue culture.These vessels provide a carefully controlled environment, keeping the plants healthy as the get ready to transition to standard growing conditions.
Quick Hardening Steps:
- Open Lid Gradually: Slightly open the cup to slowly reduce humidity.
- Maintain Humidity: Gradually decrease humidity over 2–4 weeks.
- Indirect Light: Start with gentle, indirect lighting.
- Moist Soil: Keep media damp, never wet.
- Monitor Closely: Slowly increase airflow and light exposure.
Each transparent Transition Cup (5 cm diameter × 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant that has moved beyond sterile tissue culture and into a structured transition medium.
Inside, you’ll find a young carnivorous plant securely planted in a semi-solid blend designed to support root development while easing the shift from gel to soil.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity and airflow, helping reduce transplant shock and supporting the plant during this critical transition stage.
Suitable for both novice growers and experienced collectors, Transition Cups provide a reliable, low-stress way to guide delicate carnivorous plants toward successful soil establishment.
Each transparent carnivorous cup (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant freshly transitioned from tissue culture.
Inside, you'll find a young carnivorous plant planted securely in special growing media soil that replicates their natural habitat.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity, aiding the delicate plants during their crucial hardening-off stage.
Perfect for both novice growers and experienced collectors, these cups provide a simple and effective way to cultivate and enjoy captivating insect-eating plants.
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Pinguicula 'Yucca Do 1713' is an attractive Mexican butterwort of uncertain botanical identity, belonging to the informal "Yucca Do" complex of plants originally introduced into cultivation through the Atlanta Botanical Garden from material collected by Yucca Do Nursery. Although it has similarities to species within the Pinguicula esseriana complex, its precise taxonomic placement remains unresolved and it is therefore best treated as an unnamed cultivated form rather than assigned to a species. It is a compact, perennial butterwort that produces neat rosettes, making it particularly appealing to collectors of miniature carnivorous plants. (pinguicula.org)
During the active growing season, the plant develops fleshy, sticky leaves covered in tiny mucilage-producing glands that capture fungus gnats, springtails and other small insects. Digestive enzymes released from specialised glands break down the prey, allowing the plant to absorb valuable nutrients from otherwise nutrient-poor environments. Under bright light the leaves often develop attractive pink, rose or purple tones, while remaining compact with gently incurved margins. In cooler, drier conditions the plant typically forms a smaller succulent winter rosette composed of non-carnivorous leaves, a characteristic shared by many Mexican butterworts. White flowers, sometimes showing faint lilac tones with a yellow throat and violet markings, are produced on slender stalks held well above the foliage to avoid trapping pollinating insects.
The enduring mystery surrounding the Yucca Do collection has made this clone particularly desirable among Pinguicula enthusiasts. More than two decades after its introduction, 'Yucca Do 1713' remains without a confirmed scientific identity, highlighting how much remains to be discovered about the remarkable diversity of Mexican butterworts. Its compact size, colourful foliage and intriguing history make it an excellent addition to any carnivorous plant collection, whether displayed on a windowsill or as part of a specialised Mexican Pinguicula collection.
Origin: Mexican "Yucca Do" complex (exact locality and species unresolved)
Plant Type: Tropical carnivorous perennial butterwort
Growth Habit: Compact rosette-forming plant with seasonal succulent winter rosette
Flowers: White to very pale lilac with a yellow throat and violet markings, borne on tall flower stalks
Light: Bright indirect light to strong artificial lighting
Water: Rainwater, distilled or reverse osmosis water; lightly moist during active growth with a slightly drier winter rest
Growing Medium: Free-draining Mexican Pinguicula mix with mineral components
Dormancy: Seasonal succulent winter rosette rather than a true dormancy
What's Included: One healthy Pinguicula 'Yucca Do 1713' growing in a Nano Nursery cup, ready to continue developing under suitable conditions.
A tissue culture plants are grown in clear gel, transparent container that holds multiple young plants (typically 3 or more) grown under laboratory conditions.
Our Gel Cup are non-sterile gel media that we use for start the hardening process after a plant has been in tissue culture.These vessels provide a carefully controlled environment, keeping the plants healthy as the get ready to transition to standard growing conditions.
Quick Hardening Steps:
- Open Lid Gradually: Slightly open the cup to slowly reduce humidity.
- Maintain Humidity: Gradually decrease humidity over 2–4 weeks.
- Indirect Light: Start with gentle, indirect lighting.
- Moist Soil: Keep media damp, never wet.
- Monitor Closely: Slowly increase airflow and light exposure.
Each transparent Transition Cup (5 cm diameter × 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant that has moved beyond sterile tissue culture and into a structured transition medium.
Inside, you’ll find a young carnivorous plant securely planted in a semi-solid blend designed to support root development while easing the shift from gel to soil.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity and airflow, helping reduce transplant shock and supporting the plant during this critical transition stage.
Suitable for both novice growers and experienced collectors, Transition Cups provide a reliable, low-stress way to guide delicate carnivorous plants toward successful soil establishment.
Each transparent carnivorous cup (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant freshly transitioned from tissue culture.
Inside, you'll find a young carnivorous plant planted securely in special growing media soil that replicates their natural habitat.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity, aiding the delicate plants during their crucial hardening-off stage.
Perfect for both novice growers and experienced collectors, these cups provide a simple and effective way to cultivate and enjoy captivating insect-eating plants.
