x moorei 'Erebus' (G. Wheeler)

Sarracenia x moorei 'Erebus': Gary Wheeler's Dark Masterpiece

This is moorei brought to its darkest extreme. Sarracenia Erebus is Gary Wheeler's moorei selection, and it's a plant that produces dark red, almost black pitchers as soon as it gets enough sun. For the best colors, it's best to place the plant in a cold greenhouse or conservatory.

What makes her special? It's actually very simple: color. Erebus takes that classic moorei shape and, under full sun, colors it deep, dark red to almost black. Where standard mooreis are white with red contrast, Erebus is simply solid dark. The name says it all: Erebus, the Greek deity of darkness. This is moorei for those who want dark and dramatic. The traps have a characteristic moorei shape and size, but the entire color deposition is more intense, deeper, and under strong sunlight almost menacingly dark.

Characteristics:

• Height/Size: Standard moorei, large traps, 70-80cm+.
• Appearance: Dark red to almost black under full sun. Classic moorei shape, but in its darkest expression.
• Growth habit: Typical moorei
• Care requirements: Direct, intense sunlight is essential for those dark colors. Standard outdoor Sarracenia care. The more sun, the blacker it gets.

A plant for those who want x moorei at its darkest!