Darlingtonia californica, commonly called the “Cobra Lilly”. This amazing pitcher plant is a Californian and Oregonian native, having been discovered by Mt. Shasta, CA., and it is the only member of its family to grow naturally on the West Coast. Truly, this plant is nothing short of amazing. It’s “fanged” pitchers can grow quite large---3 to 4 feet---and the species is full of all sorts of botanical mysteries that make plant geeks such as myself giddy with delight. It’s natural pollinator has remained un-found for 100s of years, it may or may not produce its own digestive enzymes, and each Darlingtonia pitcher harbors a terrifying variety of microscopic predators that assist the plant in breaking down prey into more easily absorbed matter. What is not to love?