Darlingtonia californica - Cobra Lilies flowering acidic soils and frequent watering

acidic soils and frequent watering

With slender bamboo-like stems

Stems are typically grey at the base and dark green towards the crown with ringed bands and surrounding the circumference of the stem

but this is normal and nothing to stress about

A solitary palm the trunk is thick and swollen up to around two thirds of its height then tapers abruptly to the attractive crownshaft resembling the shape of a bottle

Darlingtonia californica - Cobra Lilies flowering acidic soils and frequent wateringDarlingtonia californica, also known as "cobra lilies," earn their name from their tubular leaves, which bear a striking resemblance to a rearing cobra. The forked leaf, resembling fangs or a serpent's tongue, adds to this likeness. Skill Level: Medium Light: Min 3 hour direct sun, Max all day Water: Fill tray, keep in water at all times. Can also be watered from above in addition to filling the tray. Temperature: Max 30C, if they are going to be