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  1. nepenthes_ak

    Jersy Pine Barrens?

    I am planning to make a trip up to pine barrens and Was wondering when a Good time to go would be? I was thinking in june, I wanna go for the CP flora and Insect Fauna with a friend but I don't know where Any thing is or the land scape or how big this place is. I was wondering if any one had...
  2. Ozzy

    Thousands of acres of CP land saved.

    With all the cp sites I've seen destroyed in the 1 1/2 years I've been back in NC, it's good to see some saved.
  3. Houstonherp

    BIG Neps wanted!

    Hello all - Knowing the generosity of the CP community, I thought I would post this thread... As a naturalist at my full-time job, and as a volunteer for many non-profit organizations, including the Houston Museum of Natural Science, I often get to interact with some fantastic folks in the...
  4. M

    Chameleon plant (Houttuynia cordata)

    the title should say it all- we got one at a plant sale yesterday and I was intrigued by the notion that such a funky-looking plant MAY live in my bog garden (the cranberries bor the heck outta me and the occasional crabgrass isn't much for "flora" either) Anyways, after checking out the 'net...
  5. C

    18" Bog Garden

    Basically I created a bog garden inside of a 18" watering tray. It features: -A sloping landscape -2 small "ponds" or water holes -NZ LFS mixed with sand exclusively (which means no peat moss) -2 inches of water -A Bubble Wand beneath the surface to keep the plants, water, and soil aerated...
  6. A

    Anyone going to this?

    Flora Filipina Expo and Conference set in Intramuros and historic landmark Manila Hotel FLORA Filipina Expo, the first horticultural event showcasing not only the best and rarest of Philippine flora but also the best of Philippine culture and hospitality will be held at the WOW Philippines...
  7. R

    N.bauensis

    Last weekend me and my buddies located another location in Bau where bauensis (gracilis x northiana) thrives,probably the only place here and in the world.Searching the area we managed to locate 5 matured plants, considering the vast area. They have 2 variation-slightly yellowish and red but...
  8. Z

    ZAK

    Please allow myself to introduce…..um….myself. Names Justin, Zak is the last name actually. I live on the shores of Galveston bay in Texas. I’ve been cultivating various species of flora since I can remember. A few eatable species as influenced by my grandfather, and at least one sociable...
  9. H

    Travel to mexico

    A group of seven of us are going on a ten-day botanical foray to Oaxaca in January. Can anyone suggest any locations where we migth observe pinguiculas growing in their native habitat? Suggesetions for viewing other interesting flora would also be appreciated. Many thanks, John
  10. A

    Darlingtonia californica

    When I think of cobra lillies...I think of Arums. Funny thing about those common names. An interesting article follows: Bug-eating beauties Wayside on Oregon coast is devoted to the protection of carnivorous cobra lilies By Typh Tucker The Associated Press   FLORENCE, Ore. - Marina Wycoff...
  11. superimposedhope

    A good site for habitat pictures

    A guy i talk to on my Rhipsalis group runs this site. It is general flora of Brazil, most are habitat pictures. Lots of Orchid and Passiflora as well as some Carnivorous and others. Flora of Brazil Joe
  12. F

    Seeking info on endemic flora

    Howdy, I'm looking for info on (pseudo)carnivorous plants from Iraq and Afghanistan. The areas envelopped by these countries have all the trademarks of CP-habitats: hostility and micro-niches with swamps and water in baking sunlight (like in Spain, Australia, ...). So I was wondering if...
  13. PlantAKiss

    Compilation of Books/Papers on Droserae, by Tamlin Dawnstar

    SELECTED READINGS IN DROSERA Compiled by William "Tamlin" Dawnstar I have been asked often enough for some pertinent “scientific” literature regarding the genus Drosera.  The following is a very non-academic compilation taken from notes, jottings and the like.  I hope some of it proves useful...
  14. T

    Drosera bibliography

    For the W.E.I.R.D.: Selected Readings in Drosera: A Bibliography I have been asked often enough for some pertinent “scientific” literature regarding the genus Drosera. The following is a very non-academic compilation taken from notes, jottings and the like. I hope some of it proves useful. I...
  15. C

    Nepenthes in singapore

    Did anyone read today's Lifestyle? It carried an article about the various nature trails in Singapore, and the types of flora and fauna one can find alson them. I was particularly interested in the Lower Pierce trail, which the author said was a place where one could see pitcher plants growing...
  16. S

    Tepuy expedition

    Dear fellow Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts, I am organizing an expedition to 13 of the Venezuela Tepuy Mountains with the intent of see all Heliamphora species in the wild; to learn more about these fascinating plants, their ecology and population sizes. I have just returned from Venezuela...
  17. V

    P. rotundiflora

    Anyone growing P. rotundifolia (sp? is it flora not folia? ) or P. lutea? Let me know, I have a few things I could trade.
  18. PlantAKiss

    The new Australian CP CD

    I just received my copy of the CD of Western Australian CPs.  I thoroughly enjoyed it!  The scenery is breathtaking (waterfalls, red plains, sandy beaches), the animal life is fascinating (kangaroos, crocs and kukaburro birds) and of course the CPs will make you want to cry.  How about a...
  19. Capslock

    BACPS meeting November 8.

    There is a Bay Area Carnivorous Plant society meeting coming up a week from Saturday! Anyone who can should come check it out. There is always a good sale, raffle, silent auctions, etc. I'll be bringing lots of stuff for trade/donation. Here's some more info: Location: University of California...
  20. swords

    CPs of South africa & Last of the Head Hunters

    I just placed an order for First Field Guide to Parasitic and Carnivorous Plants of Southern Africa by John, Dr Manning. The ad for it didn't describe the book at all. Any idea what the book covers? I also ordered Last of the Head Hunters. A photographic and encyclopedic type book on Ifugo head...
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