{"product_id":"pinguicula-calamari","title":"Pinguicula 'Kraken'","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePinguicula ‘Kraken’ 🐙🌈\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA Rainbow Carnivorous Plants Original\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinguicula ‘Kraken’ is a striking and unusual butterwort created right here at Rainbow Carnivorous Plants. Selected for its incredibly distinctive growth habit, this is one of those Pings that looks almost too unusual to be real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts long, narrow leaves develop dramatic curves and pointed tips that resemble the twisting tentacles of the legendary Kraken—the enormous sea monster of Scandinavian folklore said to lurk beneath the ocean depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that is exactly how Pinguicula ‘Kraken’ earned its name. 🐙🌊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Work of Art 🌊\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe true beauty of ‘Kraken’ is its extraordinary shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder strong full-spectrum lighting, the plant can develop beautiful bronze to reddish coloration, but it's those wild, curved, pointed leaves that really steal the show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on how you look at the plant, you may see something completely different. Its twisting leaves remind me of the iconic curved hill from \u003cem\u003eThe Nightmare Before Christmas\u003c\/em\u003e. From another angle, their flowing movement can even resemble the powerful curling waves of Katsushika Hokusai's famous woodblock print \u003cem\u003eThe Great Wave off Kanagawa\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea monster, twisted hill, or crashing wave, whatever you see, Pinguicula ‘Kraken’ has an unmistakable appearance and a personality all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes ‘Kraken’ Special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🐙 Dramatic, tentacle-like leaves inspired by the legendary Kraken\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Unique curved leaves with sharply pointed tips\u003cbr\u003e🌊 Beautiful flowing, sculptural growth\u003cbr\u003e☀️ Can develop bronze to reddish coloration under strong full-spectrum lighting\u003cbr\u003e✨ An unmistakable specimen that stands out among other Pinguicula\u003cbr\u003e🌈 Created, selected, and grown by Rainbow Carnivorous Plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnleash the Kraken! 🐙\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many Pinguicula are prized primarily for their flowers or coloration, ‘Kraken’ doesn't need either one to demand attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts unusual growth habit is the star of the show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the rosette matures, the twisting leaves create an almost sculptural appearance, with each leaf curving in a slightly different direction. Add strong lighting and bronze-to-red coloration, and this Ping can become a truly mesmerizing centerpiece in a collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is definitely not your typical-looking butterwort, and that's exactly why we love it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Special Ping From Rainbow 🌈\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe work very hard at Rainbow Carnivorous Plants to create, grow, and select some of the most beautiful and unusual Pinguicula we can bring to the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor us, creating new plants isn't simply about making another hybrid. We look for something distinctive, something that makes you stop, look twice, and wonder, \u003cem\u003e“What kind of Ping is THAT?”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinguicula ‘Kraken’ is one of those plants for me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts unusual shape, beautiful coloration, and wild tentacle-like growth have made it a very special addition to our collection, and I truly hope it brings as much joy and excitement to your collection as it has brought to ours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnleash the Kraken and add something truly different to your collection!\u003c\/strong\u003e 🐙🌊🌈\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy growing, and thank you so much for all your love and support!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEd \u0026amp; Jose\u003cbr\u003eRainbow Carnivorous Plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll get 1 similar plant to the ones in the pictures. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants are shipped bare root in a plastic container to protect the plants. We ship the plants on Monday and Wednesday to avoid the weekend cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE READ: \u003cstrong\u003eThe plants are about 1\" tall, depending on their phase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE READ BELOW: ▼ ↓ ▼\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is strongly recommended to get a heating pack during the winter to protect your plant from low temperatures, we are not responsible for dead plants that did not have a heating pack during transit. 1 heating pack per order is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .rcp-care-box {\n    position: relative;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 2px; \/* space for gradient border *\/\n    background: linear-gradient(120deg, #ff9a9e, #fad0c4, #fbc2eb, #a6c1ee, #c2ffd8);\n    background-size: 300% 300%;\n    animation: rainbowShift 10s ease infinite;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-inner {\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    padding: 14px;\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fff, #f9f9ff);\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-title {\n    text-align: center;\n    margin: 0 0 14px 0;\n    font-size: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    gap: 10px;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-card {\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 12px;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid #eee;\n    transition: transform 0.25s ease, box-shadow 0.25s ease, border-color 0.25s ease;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-card-title {\n    font-weight: bold;\n    margin-bottom: 6px;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-card a {\n    color: #ff2a00;\n    font-weight: bold;\n    text-decoration: none;\n  }\n\n  .rcp-care-card a:hover {\n    text-decoration: underline;\n  }\n\n  @keyframes rainbowShift {\n    0% { background-position: 0% 50%; }\n    50% { background-position: 100% 50%; }\n    100% { background-position: 0% 50%; }\n  }\n\n  @media (min-width: 750px) {\n    .rcp-care-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n    }\n\n    .rcp-care-card:hover {\n      transform: translateY(-5px) scale(1.01);\n      box-shadow: 0 10px 22px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n      border-color: #e6ccff;\n    }\n\n    .rcp-care-box:hover {\n      box-shadow: 0 0 18px rgba(255, 150, 200, 0.25),\n                  0 0 25px rgba(150, 200, 255, 0.2);\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"rcp-care-title\"\u003e🌈🌿 Pinguicula (Butterwort) Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e🌱 Plant Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAbout 1\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBright light is best! A sunny windowsill or full-spectrum grow lights will keep your plant happy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e🪴 Potting Mix\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUse a well-draining \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rainbowcarnivorousplants.com\/products\/mexican-pinguicula-soil-mix\"\u003e Mexican Pinguicula mix \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e🪰 Feeding\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFeed every 2–3 weeks if not catching bugs:\u003cbr\u003e• Small insects\u003cbr\u003e• Fish food flakes\u003cbr\u003e• Schultz cactus fertilizer (follow bottle directions)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e💧 Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKeep soil lightly moist — avoid overwatering or soggy conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e💦 Humidity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePrefers moderate humidity (50–80%), but adapts well indoors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThrives in temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e55–85°F\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some flexibility depending on your setup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Guidelines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–90°F\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–70°F\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e📏 Mature Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGrows up to 1.5-2\" tall with proper care\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card\" style=\"grid-column: 1 \/ -1;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rcp-care-card-title\"\u003e🌙 Dormancy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNo true dormancy. May enter a succulent phase during winter depending on temperatures — this is completely normal!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RainbowCarnivorousplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41860635820165,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/8849\/5749\/files\/20260911_092639.jpg?v=1789145836","url":"https:\/\/rainbowcarnivorousplants.com\/products\/pinguicula-calamari","provider":"Rainbow Carnivorous Plants LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}