Pinguicula “Gina”

Pinguicula “Gina” – Elegant carnivore with pink flowers

Pinguicula “Gina” is one of the most popular butterwort hybrids of all, as the plant combines ease of cultivation with a beautiful appearance. The light green to slightly yellowish catch leaves, which grow in a compact rosette, are particularly striking.

Under good lighting, the sticky catch leaves shine particularly brightly, giving the plant an almost permanently moist appearance. At the same time, the typical pink to purple flowers appear regularly, hovering above the plant like small orchids.

Especially between moss, lava stones or in small BioArt setups Pinguicula “Gina” looks particularly elegant and immediately adds color to the terrarium.

Sticky catch leaves against small insects

The moth leaves of Pinguicula “Gina” are covered with fine adhesive droplets to which small insects adhere. This allows the plant to absorb additional nutrients while remaining active.

Fungus gnats or small flying insects in particular often stick to the leaves. This is precisely why butterwort is often used in planted terrariums or plant showcases.

Nevertheless, the plant appears much calmer and more elegant than many other carnivore species.

Location and husbandry

Required for vibrant colors and healthy leaves Pinguicula “Gina” a lot of light, but at the same time the plant should not be permanently exposed to extreme midday sun.

Ideal are:

• Light-colored window sills
• planted terrariums
• Bioloark Setups
• Plant showcases

Especially in combination with mosses and natural stones, a very harmonious and natural look is created. This makes the plant look particularly high-quality and decorative.

Substrate and irrigation

Like many butterworts Pinguicula “Gina” an airy and mineral substrate. Particularly suitable:

• BioArt gravel
• loose mineral mixtures
• some sphagnum moss

This keeps the roots healthy while retaining sufficient moisture.

Normal potting soil should be avoided, as too many nutrients can damage the sensitive roots.

Only suitable for watering:

• Rainwater
• Distilled water
• Osmosis water

The substrate should remain slightly moist, but at the same time there should be no permanent waterlogging.

Compact and ideal for small setups

Pinguicula “Gina” remains pleasantly compact and is therefore perfect for smaller terrariums, planted bowls or windowsill setups.

The plant looks particularly beautiful together with mosses, small ferns or lava stones. This quickly creates a natural miniature look with a tropical character.

In addition, the regular flowers provide even more color and make the plant permanently interesting.

Important points on posture

• Bright location important
• Mineral substrate recommended
• Only use limescale-free water
• Keep slightly moist
• Very suitable for small setups

Suitable accessories for your setup

We recommend a healthy and decorative presentation:

• BioArt gravel – perfect mineral base
• Sphagnum moss – stores moisture optimally
• GLORIA fine sprayer – Fine and controlled watering
• Bioloark – Ideal for planted carnivore setups
• BioArt Drop / Cylinder / Bowl – Terrariums with integrated lighting
• Premium lava stone or dragon stone – for natural mini-landscapes

This creates a stable and at the same time very natural-looking setup in which the plant can develop its sticky catch leaves and flowers perfectly.

Conclusion

Pinguicula “Gina” combines ease of cultivation with an elegant appearance and active catching behavior. The sticky trapping leaves, compact rosettes and beautiful pink flowers make this plant a real highlight for small carnivore setups.

Anyone looking for an easy-care, decorative and fascinating carnivorous plant will have a lot of fun with this butterwort hybrid. 🌸🪰