A rare carnivorous plant from south-west Western Australia, forming a low rosette of intricate ribbed, lidded pitchers that flush deep red in good light. A prized, slow-growing collector's species.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 8 cm H × 15 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: high maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Albany Pitcher Plant
Cephalotus follicularis is a slow-growing perennial in the Cephalotaceae family, native to Australia. It reaches around 8 cm tall and 15 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen and purple-toned foliage. White flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Albany Pitcher Plant
Albany Pitcher Plant suits warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a sought-after collector's plant.
Soil & planting
Albany Pitcher Plant does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Albany Pitcher Plant is consistently moist soil. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Albany Pitcher Plant after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is high maintenance.
Using Albany Pitcher Plant in the garden
Albany Pitcher Plant earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Albany Pitcher Plant with other plants that enjoy the same consistently moist soil and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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