Tall white 'pitchers' are veined in red at the tips, transitioning to green towards the base of the plant. Fluid stored within the pitchers contains insect attractants (sugars, etc.) as well as digestive enzymes. Hairs lining the inside of the pitchers all face downwards allowing insects to climb in but preventing them from climbing back out.  The large burgundy flowers are produced in early spring. This is one of the few pitcher plants that can tolerate periods of relatively dry soil conditions in late summer. Native to acidic bogs of southeastern USA, they require a seasonal dormancy period associated with cooler temperatures and shortened daylengths in order to thrive.  Rain water must be used instead of tap water; they do not tolerate chlorine or other salts found in typical water sources.