Description: I'm selling over 600 + kinds of seeds ( and also live plants during the warmer months ) so check my other auctions . You are bidding on about 20 PURPLE PITCHER PLANT SEEDS - ( Sarracenia purpurea purpurea ) .See my other pitcher plant and Sundew seeds listed . Sarracenia purpurea is an evergreen widespread in Eastern USA and Canada, extending from New Jersey to the Northwest Territory of Canada. The pitchers grow to only 6 inches, 15 cm in height. Insects are attracted to the colorful leaf rosettes that resemble flowers; the red lip of the "pitcher" is particularly attractive as a landing zone. Red veins that lead downward are baited with nectar. Hardy to USDA Zone 3 (average minimum annual temperature -40ºF) Cultural Requirements ; Sun full to partial shadeSoil rich in peat or sphagnum moss, pH of 4.5-5.5 Fertilization not recommended as they get their nutrients from the insects . Good for bog gardens, indoor terrariums . Medicinal use of Pitcher Plant: The root and leaves are diuretic, hepatic, laxative, stomachic and tonic. They are used in the treatment of dyspepsia, constipation, liver and kidney complaints. A cold decoction of the whole plant has been used in the treatment of whooping cough. An infusion of the dried leaves has been used in the treatment of fevers and shakiness. An infusion of the leaves has been used to make childbirth easier and also for sickness associated with an absence of menstrual periods. An infusion of the leaves was at one time considered to be a cure for smallpox, though this has never been substantiated. An infusion of the roots has been used in the treatment of smallpox, there are conflicting reports as to its effectiveness. A decoction of the root has been given to women to help expel the afterbirth and to prevent sickness after childbirth. A strong decoction of the root has been used in the treatment of spitting blood and pulmonary complaints. See my store for 600+ seeds , live plants ( during the warmer months ) and over 300+ books on plants and gardening . I add new items every day and combine shipping whenever possible .
Price: 7.5 USD
Location: Beachwood, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-12-03T12:19:06.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.4 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Carnivorous Plant Seeds
