- Breeder
- Mike Wang
- First described
- 2021
A Mike-bred Wash. Co alba — emerged from a massive seed- increase grow-out. Bright white tip even as juvenile; genetically distinct from HCW (important for outcrossing diversity). Traps turn briefly red on opening then fade to white. 9 Mike photos (2021).
Standout traits
- Bright white tip even as a small seedling — predictor of full alba expression at maturity
- Yellow vein detail
- Genetically distinct from Hurricane Creek White — Mike (2021): finding 'new' albas (non-HCW) is rare and important for breeding diversity
- Traps can turn red briefly when first opening (HCW-like behavior), then fade to white as they age
- Strong candidate for cold-climate alba breeding (vs HCW which only sometimes performs in northern climates)
Cultivation
- Useful for outcrossing to Wash. Co's distinct genetics + HCW lineages.
Photos (9)
Naming
Mike's working label — Spanish for 'white point' / 'white dot'. Trap was first noticed because of a bright white tip while still a juvenile.