Sarracenia × willisii

Sarracenia × willisii is a classic carnivorous pitcher plant hybrid, traditionally recognised as a cross between Sarracenia alata and Sarracenia leucophylla. It produces elegant, upright pitchers with a blend of green, red, and pink tones, often intensifying in colour under strong light.

This hybrid is valued for its vigorous growth and reliable pitcher production throughout the growing season. Colour and form can vary depending on light levels, temperature, and seasonal conditions, with the strongest displays typically occurring from spring through late summer.

Key Characteristics

• Pitcher colour: Green flushed with red to pink tones
• Pitcher height: Medium to tall, depending on conditions
• Growth habit: Upright, clumping pitcher plant
• Seasonal growth: Active spring–summer, winter dormancy required
• Difficulty: Easy and reliable

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to very bright light for best growth and colour
• Water: Rainwater, distilled, or reverse-osmosis water only
• Soil: Carnivorous plant mix (peat with sand or perlite)
• Humidity: Average to high
• Climate: Temperate – requires a winter dormancy period

Winter dormancy is essential for long-term health. During cooler months, growth slows or stops, pitchers may die back, and the plant rests before producing fresh growth in spring.

What You’ll Receive

You will receive a healthy, established plant similar to those shown. As with all Sarracenia, pitcher size, colour intensity, and form will vary depending on season and growing conditions.