Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
mooreana
ID:
1248060

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.Veitch

Source:
tro

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Cat. New Beautiful Pl. [Veitch] 26. 1877 [Apr 1877]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247398

Common Names

  • Sarracenia mooreana
  • Moore's Pitcher Plant
  • Mooreana Pitcher Plant

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Description

Sarracenia mooreana (also called Moore's Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a carnivorous plant native to the southeastern United States. It is typically found in wet, acidic soils and bogs, and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It has large, pitcher-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sarracenia mooreana is a species of pitcher plant native to the southeastern United States. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarracenia mooreana is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarracenia mooreana is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Sarracenia mooreana

Sarracenia mooreana can be found in the United States and Canada.

Sarracenia mooreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarracenia mooreana?

Sarracenia mooreana

What is the common name of Sarracenia mooreana?

Moore's Pitcher Plant

What is the natural habitat of Sarracenia mooreana?

Bogs, wet meadows, and wet savannas

Species in the Sarraceniaceae family

Darlingtonia californica, Heliamphora chimantensis, Heliamphora exappendiculata, Heliamphora folliculata, Heliamphora glabra, Heliamphora heterodoxa, Heliamphora hispida, Heliamphora ionasi, Heliamphora minor, Heliamphora nutans, Heliamphora pulchella, Heliamphora tatei, Heliamphora ceracea, Heliamphora arenicola, Heliamphora collina, Heliamphora parva, Heliamphora purpurascens, Heliamphora elongata, Heliamphora sarracenioides, Sarracenia areolata, Sarracenia swaniana, Sarracenia purpurea, Sarracenia harperi, Sarracenia flava, Sarracenia excellens, Sarracenia moorei, Sarracenia ahlesii, Sarracenia exornata, Sarracenia rehderi, Sarracenia charlesmoorei, Sarracenia naczii, Sarracenia alata, Sarracenia catesbaei, Sarracenia leucophylla, Sarracenia mandaiana, Sarracenia minor, Sarracenia oreophila, Sarracenia psittacina, Sarracenia rubra, Sarracenia jonesii, Sarracenia alabamensis, Sarracenia gilpinii, Sarracenia mitchelliana, Sarracenia formosa, Sarracenia mooreana, Sarracenia wrigleyana, Sarracenia slackii, Sarracenia soperi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50141429: Based on the initial data import
Harry Veitch (1840-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Veitch' in the authors string.