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Hello. I would like to ID these plants if possible. I am dividing now (in NC). I know I have Flava & Tarnok, but cannot tell now which is which. I had 2 pots of each that I divided a couple yrs ago, now in need of dividing again. The ID tabs are faded away. They are sporting their winter "crew-cuts" so I hope you can ID from the picture added. Thanks in advance. I am amazed at how quickly help comes when you ask! Novice but learning. . .
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Hi Holly,
I'm leaning towards saying this is S. leucophylla "Tarnok". Tarnok tends to get full and weedy like your plant on the left in the photo, and S. flava tends to have larger single rhizome crowns. The flower buds will also only have tinges of red, but not be totally red. One way you can tell is to look at the dead pitcher I see in the photo. If you see faint white speckles, it's a leuco. Leucophylla lids also tend to be very fuzzy on the underside. Flava isn't.
I was also going to mention that the DVD I spoke of is very different than the e-book you currently have. We made the DVD series a couple years ago with each volume covering a different group of plants. They provide lots of hands-on demonstrations and information with lots of footage from our nursery. http://www.cobraplant.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=38&products_id=...
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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| Comment | Thanks so much, Jeff. You described the difference well as the one I already divided was more in "singles" than the "weedy" look on the left hand plant. No spots visible on the dead pitcher, but I'm going with what you described, til the pitcher or flowers prove different--which I don't think they will. I appreciate your expert opinion & the knowlege you have gained thru experience & are willing to share. Your website is great, your pictures & videos are wonderful! I can see you enjoy your work. I wish you blessings & prosperity in your business endeavors, especially in these economic times! Thanks again! Holly in NC | ||
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If your plant is showing poor growth, discoloration, abnormal leaves or possible infestation, the growers at Sarracenia Northwest can help! Carnivorous plant experts Jeff Dallas and Jacob Farin will help you diagnose the problem and get your plants on the right track. Their no nonsense approach has helped thousands of growers all over the world. They can help you too!
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