Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
charlesmoorei
ID:
745292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mellich.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Carniv. Pl. Newslett. 37: 115 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744625

Common Names

  • Charlesmoorei Sarracenia
  • Sarracenia Charlesmoorei
  • Sarracenia of Charlesmoor

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Description

Sarracenia charlesmoorei (also called Charles Moore's Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a carnivorous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a tall, tubular stem with a hooded top and produces small, white flowers. It is found in wet, acidic soils in bogs and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Sarracenia charlesmoorei is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarracenia charlesmoorei is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarracenia charlesmoorei is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. It is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.

Where to Find Sarracenia charlesmoorei

Sarracenia charlesmoorei can be found in the southeastern United States.

Sarracenia charlesmoorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarracenia charlesmoorei?

Sarracenia charlesmoorei

What is the family of Sarracenia charlesmoorei?

Sarraceniaceae

Where is Sarracenia charlesmoorei found?

It is found in the southeastern United States

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,