šæ Live Arrival Guarantee
We carefully pack and ship every plant to arrive healthy and ready to grow.
If your plant arrives damaged or unhappy, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos, and weāll replace it or issue store credit ā no plant parent left behind.
Please note that a heat pack must be purchased from November - March in order to leverage our Live Arrival Guarantee as we cannot guarantee plant survival in cold weather conditions.
āļø Reminder to Order a Heat Pack if Cold
Cold weather shipping alertĀ
If temperatures in your area drop below 40Ā°F at any point between the shipping location (California) and your destination, we strongly recommend adding a heat pack to protect your plant during transit and ensure it arrives firm, healthy, and stress-free.
If your plant arrives damaged or unhappy, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos, and weāll replace it or issue store credit ā no plant parent left behind.
Please note that a heat pack must be purchased from November - March in order to leverage our Live Arrival Guarantee as we cannot guarantee plant survival in cold weather conditions.
š No International Shipping
Wild Wonders Oasis does not currently ship outside of the United States. Only digital products can be purchased Internationally.
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Meet Pinguicula gigantea, the largest of the Mexican butterworts and an absolute standout in any collection. This carnivorous beauty forms a broad, lush rosette of oversized, glossy leaves that can reach impressive proportions compared to typical Pinguicula. Each leaf is lightly sticky, acting as a natural trap for fungus gnats and other tiny pests ā all while looking like a sleek, modern succulent.
Despite its dramatic size, P. gigantea is surprisingly easy to grow and incredibly forgiving. It thrives in bright indoor conditions, doesnāt require extreme humidity, and delivers both function and form in one stunning package. When it blooms, expect elegant purple flowers rising above the rosette like a finishing touch.
Big leaves. Bigger impact.
ā ļø Important Shipping Callout
š¦ This plant ships BARE ROOT. Pot is NOT included.
Bareroot shipping ensures safe transit and allows you to pot your plant into the ideal media upon arrival.
Reminder to Order a Heat Pack if Cold
Cold weather shipping notice āļø
If temperatures in your area drop below 40Ā°F, we strongly recommend adding a heat pack to protect your Pinguicula during transit.
Flower Color
Purple to lavender
Plant Characteristics
ā¢ Extra-large rosette (largest common Pinguicula)
ā¢ Glossy, slightly sticky leaves for pest control
ā¢ Smooth, succulent-like appearance
ā¢ Elegant flowering habit
ā¢ Beginner-friendly carnivorous plant
Plant Sizing Guide
What Size Am I Getting? Let's Break It Down.
We get itāplant sizes can be confusing. Is a āsmallā the size of a golf ball or a grapefruit? Donāt worry, weāve got you covered. Below is a quick guide to help you understand what each size means when shopping our plants. Measurements refer to the plant body, not including the pot (unless noted).
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Tiny
- Baby plants or starter plugs. May be rooted or freshly cut. 0.5"ā1.5" wide.
- Example: Butterwort plug, small seedling
Small
- Young plant, well-rooted, 1.5"ā3" wide or tall.
- Example: Aeonium cutting, sundew cluster
Medium
- Established plant, 3"ā5" wide/tall. Ready for repotting or display.
- Example: 2ā3 year-old cactus, flowering flytrap
Large
- Mature plant, 5"ā8" wide/tall. Great for centerpieces or statement planters.
- Example: Dioscorea elephantipes, pitcher plant
XL (Collector Size)
- Rare or mature specimen, 8"+ or unusually large or sculptural in form.
- Example: Caudex giants, multi-head aeoniums
š¦ Note:
- Pot sizesĀ (if included) are listed separately on product pages.
- Some species naturally stay smallāeven large ones might only be a few inches wide. Check individual listings for details.
- Photos are of representative plantsāyour plant may vary slightly (because natureās not into clones).
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Spring and Summer
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Flower Color |
Purple
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Partial Sun and Full Sun
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