The pitcher plant is a very decorative plant in the home and garden, and not just because of its tubular leaves. The flowers also have a very striking shape. They form in spring.
What does the flower of a pitcher plant look like?
The flower of the pitcher plant consists of three bracts, five sepals, five petals, numerous stamens and a style. It has a striking, nodding appearance and a reddish or yellowish color. It is pollinated by bees.
The structure of the flower of the pitcher plant
The flower of the pitcher plant is formed from several different petals:
- Three bracts
- five sepals
- five petals
- numerous stamens
- a stylus
It stands on a very long stem that sprouts along with the leaves in spring. The petals and sepals usually have a reddish or yellowish color. The nodding appearance of the flower is also striking.
Pollination is done by bees, but you can also do it yourself. If fertilization is successful, a capsule fruit is formed in which the seeds ripen.
Tip
Caring for the pitcher plant is time-consuming, especially if you grow non-hardy varieties indoors. Make sure that the plants have to overwinter in a very cool but frost-free place.
