Family: Sarraceniaceae
Author: Walter
Bibliography: Fl. Carol.: 153 (1788)
Year: 1788
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Sarracenia
Vegetable: False
Observations: SE. North Carolina to Florida
Description
The Rainhat-trumpet, scientifically known as Sarracenia minor, is an enchanting species within the family Sarraceniaceae. First documented in “Florula Caroliniana,” authored by Thomas Walter in 1788, Sarracenia minor has continued to captivate botanists and nature enthusiasts alike for over two centuries.
Endemic to the southeastern United States, this unique plant can be found thriving from North Carolina down to the sun-drenched wetlands of Florida. The Rainhat-trumpet is a type of pitcher plant, known for its distinctive, tubular leaves that function as natural pitfall traps. These modified leaves are designed to capture and digest insects, providing essential nutrients that are often scarce in the nutrient-poor soils where the plant typically grows.
In its habitat, Sarracenia minor often inhabits pine savannas, bogs, and wet prairies. This environment provides the bright sunlight and moist conditions it requires for optimal growth. The plant displays an interesting mix of colors; its pitchers are predominantly green with white areoles and pronounced red veins, making it a striking addition to its native landscape.
Adapted for survival, the Rainhat-trumpet lures insects into its pitchers with sweet nectar and bright coloration. Once inside, the insects find it difficult to escape due to the downward-pointing hairs and slippery inner walls, eventually succumbing to the plant’s digestive enzymes. This carnivorous lifestyle allows Sarracenia minor to flourish where many other plants struggle.
The Rainhat-trumpet blooms in the spring, producing a single, nodding flower per plant. These flowers are typically yellow and emit a faint fragrance that further attracts pollinators, ensuring the continuation of its lineage. The consistency in the plant’s reproductive cycle and its alluring physical attributes play crucial roles in its survival strategy.
Overall, Sarracenia minor is a remarkable example of nature’s ingenuity, embodying both beauty and functionality. Its ability to adapt and thrive in challenging environments makes it an important species for study and conservation. As a living representative of the rich biodiversity of the southeastern United States, the Rainhat-trumpet captivates the imagination and serves as a reminder of the complex interdependencies within natural ecosystems.
Common Names
Deu: hütchen-schlauchpflanze
Eng: hooded pitcherplant, rainhat-trumpet, spotted pitcherplant
Swe: rutig flugtrumpet
En: Rainhat-trumpet, Hooded pitcherplant, Hooded pitcher-plant, Hooded pitcher plant, Pitcher-plant Hooded, Pitcher-plant Rainbow Trumpet, Spotted pitcherplant
Zh: 小瓶子草
De: Hütchen-Schlauchpflanze, Kleine Schlauchpflanze
Sv: Rutig flugtrumpet
Synonyms
- Sarracenia lutea (R.M.Harper)
- Sarracenia adunca (Raf.)
- Sarracenia variolaris (Michx.)
- Sarracenia minor f. viridescens (S.McPherson & D.E.Schnell)
- Sarracenia lacunosa (W.Bartram)
- Sarracenia minor var. okefenokeensis (D.E.Schnell)
Distribution
- Florida (native)
- Georgia (native)
- North Carolina (native)
- South Carolina (native)
- Great Britain (introduced)
Additional Images
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Leaf
Taken Jan 5, 2022 by Nouela (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 1, 2022 by Noah Hauck (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 1, 2022 by Noah Hauck (cc-by-sa)
Other
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Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)
Flower
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Taken Jun 15, 2009 by EOL − Barry Rice (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)
Bark
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Habit
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Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Howard, R.A. (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Apr 14, 2016 by EOL − marystarkp (cc-by-nc)
Taken Apr 20, 2006 by EOL − Barry Rice (cc-by-nc-sa)
Fruit
Taken Jun 15, 2009 by EOL − Barry Rice (cc-by-nc-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5421383)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:790158-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Sarracenia minor Walter)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb