Sarracenia flava var. ornata (Miramar Beach, Walton County, Florida)A nice example of a Sarracenia flava var. ornata from Florida. As per the varietal name 'ornata', this Sarracenia flava displays ornata red veins throughout the pitcher, throat and operculum. This is a fast growing Sarracenia flava forming large dense clumps that make an impressive display. Suitable for keeping in an unheated greenhouse or in the garden.

particularly in its height and more upright growth

this variety stands out for its vivid colouration and tall

making it stand out from other varieties of Sarracenia flava

and generally acted like it wanted attention

The tube bodies remain solid green

It starts green to yellow at the base

tall leaves

Important: do not confuse Sarracenia flava var

heavier structure of purpurea

Each petal has pale blotches of yellow

it wouldn't be too controversial to suggest that Sarracenia purpurea is part of the family tree

Fine red to burgundy veins run through these pale areas