Nepenthes maxima × macrophylla

Owned by David Fefferman (@David).

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Tropical pitcher plant
Hybrid/Species/Unknown
Hybrid

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant
Growth Habit
Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Tropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Tropical pitcher plant
Nepenthes maxima × macrophylla by David
Nepenthes maxima × macrophylla by David

Nepenthes

maxima × macrophylla

Hybrid/Species/Unknown
Hybrid
Common NameTropical pitcher plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Carnivorous Plant
Growth Habit
Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationTropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Item Lore

The tropical pitcher plant is a fascinating specimen that uses specialized, evolved leaves to capture nutrients in environments where traditional soil is often lacking. By combining the unique traits of its parent plants, this hybrid represents the complex and resourceful adaptations that make this genus a prized addition for any botanical collection.

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