An oddity of a species, Pinguicula laxifolia is found in shady, moist forests in Tamaulipas, Mexico. It's the sole member of section Orchidioides, appearing much different from most other species. The type specimen was found in the El Cielo Bioreserve, and seems to be restricted to this small area. In-situ, this species is found growing hanging off of shaded limestone rock faces, with their leaves dangling pendulously. A relatively recently discovered species (1995), not much is known about this strange little species. I've mounted my specimen onto pumice stone, and water using the tray method and relying on the rock to wick water upwards. Although it took a while to settle in, growth is finally starting to appear. Cultivation in a more traditional setting would probably involve higher amounts of inorganic, alkaline media that drains easily. Lower light also seems to be preferred, as the leaves are not thick or fleshy but rather thin. I have been unable to get this plant to flower, and cannot seem to find pictures of flowers online (both wild and in cultivation.) What an odd plant, and definitely something only a mother could love. Perhaps once it makes the famous pendulous leaves I'll stop verbally bullying this plant every day.
Growing Conditions: Grow Rack, Windowsill
Light: 10" under a Yescom LED Panel
Soil: Mounted on a pumice rock
Temperatures: Room temperatures around 74F to 84F (winter to summer months)
Humidity: No added humidity, ambient household humidity
Watering: Watered using the tray method, standing in 1/4" of water.
Care Level: Very Easy
Source: Other grower
Growing Conditions: Grow Rack, Windowsill
Light: 10" under a Yescom LED Panel
Soil: Mounted on a pumice rock
Temperatures: Room temperatures around 74F to 84F (winter to summer months)
Humidity: No added humidity, ambient household humidity
Watering: Watered using the tray method, standing in 1/4" of water.
Care Level: Very Easy
Source: Other grower
