Rainhat-trumpet
Sarracenia minor
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
6"–18" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
FL, GA, NC, SC
Pollinators
bees, flies
Sarracenia minor is a fascinating carnivorous plant featuring distinctive pitcher-shaped leaves with hooded tops that trap insects. This compact perennial produces yellow flowers in spring and maintains its unique foliage year-round. It requires consistently moist to wet soil conditions and cannot tolerate drought.
In an HOA neighborhood
Rainhat-trumpet takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Unusual carnivorous appearance may concern traditional neighbors
- Requires constantly wet soil that could appear swampy
- Very specialized growing requirements make it impractical for typical landscapes
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract bees and flies for pollination. As a carnivorous plant, it helps control flying insect populations naturally.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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