Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
exornata
ID:
494246

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Nicholson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Garden (London, 1871-1927) 28: 218 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493578

Common Names

  • Sarracenia Exornata
  • Exornata Pitcher Plant
  • Exornata Sarracenia

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Description

Sarracenia exornata (also called Ornate Sarracenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sarraceniaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in wet habitats. It is a perennial herb, and is characterized by its yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sarracenia exornata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarracenia exornata has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarracenia exornata can be propagated through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or fall, and the plant should be divided into several sections with each section having at least one growing point.

Where to Find Sarracenia exornata

Sarracenia exornata is native to the southeastern United States.

Sarracenia exornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarracenia exornata?

Sarracenia exornata

What is the common name of Sarracenia exornata?

Sarracenia

What is the natural habitat of Sarracenia exornata?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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,

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