Trap characteristics

The pitchers of Sarracenia minor average one foot (30.5 cm) tall with a pronounced front seam. They are mostly green, with a copper-tinted top and thin, mild red venation when grown in bright light. The mouth is downturned, creating a cheeky smile that hides more sinister intent. Copious nectar runs up the pitcher and lines the thin peristome surrounding the mouth giving the appearance of lip gloss. What? -Don’t you get dressed up for funerals?

The lid of Sarracenia minor folds over the mouth like a hood, bestowing the plant its common “hooded pitcher plant” name. Why? It works in tandem with another unique adaptation found on the back wall of the pitcher.