Nepenthes ventricosa, alba (Rooted Cutting)

This is a very rare form of Nepenthes ventricosa that produces hour-glass, cream-colored pitchers, very similar to the Porcelain form from Longwood Gardens. This form, however, originated from Exotica Plants and is often referred to as clone C. When the pitchers first open, the peristome is bright red. As the pitcher ages, the peristome darkens to black. The pitcher also becomes very woody and firm. This form grows a bit slower than the red form of N. ventricosa and requires warm days and higher humidity to produce pitchers consistently. Bright sunlight is required to achieve the pitcher's characteristic colors.

Type of Plant: Tropical pitcher plant for indoor growing.
Pitcher Size: Up to 6 inches.
Sunlight: Bright filtered to partial sun.
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less).
Soil: Equal parts dried sphagnum moss and perlite only.
Temperatures: Above 70°F during the day; 55°-70°F during the night. Always protect from frost.

PLANT YOU RECEIVE
• Established rooted cutting, which may produce lower or upper pitchers.
• Acclimated for windowsill growing.
• Shipped in a 4-inch pot. Care instructions are included.

The first photo is descriptive of the mother plant in our collection. The last photo shows established cuttings ready for new homes. Pitchers may or may not be present at the time of shipping.