{"product_id":"pinguicula-gigantea-bcp-clone","title":"Pinguicula gigantea • BCP Clone","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional \u003cem\u003ePinguicula gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e is a rooted clone originating from Kamil Pásek’s renowned Best Carnivorous Plants (BCP) collection in the Czech Republic. Imported directly and fully acclimised to South African conditions, this plant is strong, established and ready for long-term success in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the \u003cstrong\u003elargest butterwort species in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eP. gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e can reach an impressive ±30 cm across, developing broad, glistening leaves that stay \u003cstrong\u003ecarnivorous throughout the year\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it one of the most reliable and consistently attractive Pinguicula species — perfect for display on windowsills, in paludariums and in larger terrarium environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clone also produces \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful purple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e and carries strong breeding value thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003eknown BCP lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Collectors often choose gigantea as a parent plant for hybridising because of its size, vigour, predictable traits and impressive floral genetics. Whether added to a breeding project or kept purely as a display plant, this specimen offers exceptional collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant listed is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact plant you will receive\u003c\/strong\u003e, offered as a once-off \u003cstrong\u003eCultivo Exclusive\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a reliable lineage, flower potential and excellent hybridising value, this clone is highly sought-after among serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinguicula that thrives in a wide range of setups: a bright \u003cstrong\u003enorth-facing windowsill\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003elarge terrarium or paludarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, or outdoors in \u003cstrong\u003ebright, semi-shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Butterworts are naturally forgiving and adapt quickly, making them suitable for both beginner growers and advanced collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Potting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour plant is shipped \u003cstrong\u003ebare-root\u003c\/strong\u003e for safe transport and easy handling. Simply mount or pot it up using \u003cstrong\u003ePinguicula PROmix™\u003c\/strong\u003e or your preferred well-draining butterwort mix. Plants are carefully wrapped to ensure a safe, healthy arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector-only release\u003c\/strong\u003e and with just one available, it will not be repeated once sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick FAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes \u003cem\u003ePinguicula gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e go dormant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Unlike many Mexican butterworts, \u003cem\u003eP. gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e stays carnivorous all year. It may shrink slightly in winter, but it does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e form a succulent rosette. This makes it one of the easiest and most consistent Pinguicula species to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector’s Plant - Exact Plant Shown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47167670223128,"sku":"Exact plant • Sent Bareroot","price":520.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/0876\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_177d435a-49b4-401c-b3df-50437c7fe0ed.jpg?v=1761320653","url":"https:\/\/www.cultivocarnivores.com\/products\/pinguicula-gigantea-bcp-clone","provider":"Cultivo Carnivores","version":"1.0","type":"link"}