Nepenthes ampullaria are known for their distinct shape and ability to grow basal pitchers. While the pitchers can still digest bugs, they have also adapted to collecting and digesting leaf litter as another source of nutrients. The pitcher lids are narrow and remain open at all times to allow falling leaves to easily enter the traps. Nepenthes ampullaria prefer lowland conditions that are damp and shady. Please note: This plant ships bare root, see size information below.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant 9-10 inches from one leaf tip to the other, carefully wrapped in a damp paper towel.
Growing conditions
Light: Partial shade
Growing media: Long-fiber sphagnum moss
Feeding: Feed bugs, dried bloodworms, or fish food every 2-3 weeks, fertilizer such as Osmocote may be added to pitchers sparingly
Humidity: 50-90%
Water: Keep wet at all times, provide water that is low in salts and minerals such as rain or distilled water
Temperature: 65-85°F
Dormancy: None
Planting and adjustment instructions will be included with your shipment.
Gerry (verified owner) –
Recieved larger than expected, a well packed, nice healthy plant! Thank you!!!
Derek (verified owner) –
I was super impressed with the size, healthy and handling care taken on my new plant. Now all my other plants have some catching up to do compared to this monster. Thanks again