approaching maturity, the blades narrow to 0.5–1 mm in width and grow to a length of 80–150 mm. their new morphology is cuneate (wedge shaped) at the base of the leaves and becomes acute approaching the apex. Being a carnivorous plant, the leaves are coated with both stalked glands, which secrete a sweet mucilage to attract potential prey, and sessile glands, which are both located on the adaxial surface. During the plants prefoliation phase, the leaves roll up in a circinate fashion, where the tip of the plant curls inward which is believed by some to be used to ensure that its prey cannot escape once caught. Flowers and fruit Flowers of Pinguicula filifolia, come in a range of colors; from white to yellow and from blue to purple. They begin to appear primarily in the summer between (July and August) but can flower all year long. Each flower contains 5 petals. References filifolia Flora of the Caribbean Flora of Cuba Carnivorous plants of North America Flora without expected TNC conservation status