Plants in family nepenthaceae
Nepenthes smilesii
Nepenthes smilesii is a tropical pitcher plant native to northeastern Thailand, southern Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. It tolerates extended dry seasons and grows in open, sandy savannahs. This climbing plant can reach up to 16 feet in height.
Nepenthes macfarlanei
Nepenthes macfarlanei is a carnivorous pitcher plant native to Peninsular Malaysia, known for its striking red-speckled pitchers. The lower pitchers are ovoid or infundibular at the base and globose or cylindrical above, reaching up to 10 inches in height. Upper pitchers are lighter in color with reduced wings. The plant's lid is densely covered with short, white hairs. It forms natural hybrids with other Nepenthes species, such as N. ramispina and N. sanguinea.
Nepenthes hispida
Nepenthes hispida, a tropical pitcher plant native to Borneo, is known for its unique pitcher-shaped leaves that trap insects. It grows in shady kerangas forests and is conservation-dependent. The plant features a dense covering of bristle-like hairs and can hybridize with other Nepenthes species. Its pitchers, which can reach up to 15 cm in height, are a distinctive feature, making it a fascinating subject for plant enthusiasts and collectors.
Nepenthes pervillei
Nepenthes pervillei is a unique pitcher plant endemic to the Seychelles islands, specifically Mahe and Silhouette. It grows in rocky areas near mountain summits and is the only pitcher plant found in this region. This dioecious species is considered primitive within its genus and requires specific conditions to thrive.
Nepenthes 'Ventrata'
Nepenthes 'Ventrata' is a robust carnivorous plant with 8-inch red pitchers that are effective at catching large insects. This tropical pitcher plant is heat tolerant and can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm weather.
Nepenthes albomarginata
Nepenthes albomarginata is a tropical pitcher plant native to Malaysia, Borneo, and Sumatra. It features a unique white ring under the peristome that functions as termite bait. This climbing plant has purple pitchers and requires good drainage and air movement.
Nepenthes sanguinea
Nepenthes sanguinea is a robust carnivorous pitcher plant native to Peninsular Malaysia and southern Thailand. It thrives at highland and intermediate elevations, producing large, colorful traps that can reach up to 12 inches in height. This plant is heat tolerant and suitable for growing in open or shaded conditions.
Nepenthes ventricosa
Nepenthes ventricosa is a hardy and adaptable carnivorous plant native to the Philippines, known for its waisted, waxy pitchers that range from ivory white to red. It thrives in a variety of conditions, including lowland, intermediate, and highland environments, making it beginner-friendly. This plant is excellent at catching large insects and can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm weather.
Nepenthes maxima
Nepenthes maxima is a highly variable carnivorous pitcher plant found in regions like New Guinea and Sulawesi. It exhibits great variability in pitcher shape and color, adapting to a wide range of conditions. This plant is known for its striking appearance and is a popular choice for carnivorous plant enthusiasts.
Nepenthes veitchii
Nepenthes veitchii is an intermediate tropical plant known for its striking pitchers that can range in color from golden to chocolate to pink. Originating from Borneo, it typically grows in lowland and mossy forests, often as an epiphyte. This plant requires a humid environment with temperatures between 60-80°F and moderate lighting. It is a popular choice for breeding programs due to its unique squat shape and wide, striped peristomes. The plant is expected to flower within a year under proper conditions, making it a fascinating addition for collectors and enthusiasts.
Nepenthes hirsuta
Nepenthes hirsuta is a tropical pitcher plant endemic to Borneo, known for its bright green pitchers and hairy leaves. It grows in heavily shaded areas and is adapted to a wide range of habitats. This plant is best grown in intermediate or lowland conditions.
Nepenthes madagascariensis
Nepenthes madagascariensis is a unique pitcher plant species native to Madagascar's eastern coast. It grows in sandy bogs and flooded areas, reaching about 3 feet high. This plant is known for its hollow, vase-like pitchers that host infaunal spiders and is one of the first Nepenthes species scientifically described.
Nepenthes rajah
Nepenthes rajah is a remarkable carnivorous pitcher plant native to the highlands of Mount Kinabalu and Mount Tambuyukon in Malaysian Borneo. Known for its giant, deep red pitchers, it is one of the largest in its genus, capable of holding up to 3.5 liters of water. This plant thrives in high-altitude, cool environments and is classified as endangered. Its pitchers are known to trap small mammals and vertebrates, and it hosts a variety of symbiotic organisms. The plant is dioecious, meaning individual plants produce flowers of a single sex. It requires bright light and high humidity, making it suitable for cultivation as a highlander plant.
Nepenthes burbidgeae
Nepenthes burbidgeae is a tropical pitcher plant native to the mossy and montane forests of Sabah, Borneo, particularly around Mount Kinabalu and Mount Tambuyukon. This species is known for its large, rounded pitchers that lack a constriction in the middle and feature a distinct keel and hooked appendage on the lid. It is a strong climber, with stems reaching up to 50 feet in length, and thrives in ultramafic soils. The plant is endangered and shares its habitat with other Nepenthes species, including N. rajah and N. tentaculata. Its pitchers are noted for their unique pink and red striping, and they have been traditionally used to stop external bleeding. Nepenthes burbidgeae is tolerant of a wide range of conditions but prefers cooler nighttime temperatures for optimal growth. It is a beautiful and elegant species, often grown as an intermediate or highland plant due to its specific environmental needs.
Nepenthes northiana
Nepenthes northiana is a lithophyte native to the limestone rock walls of Borneo, often regarded as one of the most beautiful Nepenthes species. It requires consistent warm temperatures and high humidity, making it a challenging plant to cultivate. This climbing plant can grow up to 10 meters long and features large, ovoid pitchers with greenish-white and red blotches. It is endemic to Borneo and is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to its restricted habitat.
Nepenthes bongso
Nepenthes bongso is a tropical pitcher plant native to the highlands of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is known for its large, darkly colored pitchers with a wide, flared peristome, which are deep purple and nearly black. This plant thrives in moderately bright indirect light and requires warm days and cool nights with good humidity. It is rare in carnivorous plant collections and can grow quite large, making it suitable for a house plant, terrarium, or shaded greenhouse.
Nepenthes gymnamphora
Nepenthes gymnamphora is a highland tropical plant native to Java and Sumatra, known for its dark coloration and pitcher-like structures. It grows at altitudes ranging from 600 to 2,800 meters and thrives in humid environments. This plant is part of a taxonomic debate with related species and is appreciated for its unique appearance and adaptability to highland conditions.
Nepenthes glandulifera
Nepenthes glandulifera is a carnivorous tropical pitcher plant endemic to the Hose Mountains of Sarawak. It is known for its black nectar glands that produce a sweet fragrance and its large red pitchers with dark speckles. This plant thrives in highland conditions and is suitable for terrariums or greenhouses.
Nepenthes 'Lady Luck'
Nepenthes 'Lady Luck' is a robust carnivorous plant known for its deep blood-red pitchers that easily form in low light. This hybrid thrives in both lowland and highland tropical conditions, making it suitable for windowsills or terrariums. It tolerates wet conditions and is ideal for beginners due to its vigorous growth and wide temperature tolerance.
Nepenthes vieillardii
Nepenthes vieillardii is a carnivorous plant endemic to New Caledonia, growing in shrublands or forests up to 900 meters altitude. It is the easternmost growing Nepenthes species and prefers very well-drained soils, with a need to dry out slightly between waterings.
Nepenthes 'Bloody Mary'
Nepenthes 'Bloody Mary' is a carnivorous plant known for its striking red pitchers. It requires low-maintenance care, thriving in temperatures between 55-95°F and preferring clean water. This plant should be kept out of direct sunlight to maintain its vibrant color.
Nepenthes flava
Nepenthes flava is a highland tropical plant native to the montane forests of northern Sumatra. Known for its bright yellow upper pitchers and broad, wavy peristome, this climbing plant can grow over 100 feet tall. It thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it suitable for greenhouse cultivation.
Nepenthes stenophylla
Nepenthes stenophylla is a tropical pitcher plant endemic to Borneo, known for its cream-striped pitchers with red blotches. It can grow vigorously with up to 100 growth points and thrives in bright light. This plant is part of the N. maxima complex and is heat tolerant.
Nepenthes tentaculata
Nepenthes tentaculata is a fascinating carnivorous plant native to the highland forests of Borneo and Sulawesi. It is known for its climbing habit, with stems that can reach up to 10 feet in length. The plant produces distinctive pitchers, which are typically less than 6 inches tall, used to trap and digest insects. It thrives in shaded, mossy environments at altitudes between 1,200 and 8,400 feet. Nepenthes tentaculata is part of the 'Hamata group' and is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its natural variability and unique adaptations make it a captivating subject for plant enthusiasts.
Nepenthes alata
Nepenthes alata is a vigorous growing carnivorous plant from the Philippines, known for its ability to attract and digest insects using nectar. It requires warm and humid conditions and is considered an intermediate tropical plant. This species is highly polymorphic, with variations in coloration and morphology, making it a fascinating addition to carnivorous plant collections. Its unique appearance and specific care needs offer a glimpse into the diverse world of tropical plants.
Nepenthes vogelii
Nepenthes vogelii is a tropical pitcher plant endemic to Borneo, known for its cylindrical lower pitchers and funnel-shaped upper pitchers with iridescent striping. It grows as an epiphyte in submontane forests and is part of the 'N. maxima complex'. This fast-growing carnivorous plant is suitable for outdoor cultivation in warm climates.
Nepenthes reinwardtiana
Nepenthes reinwardtiana is a tropical pitcher plant native to Borneo and Sumatra, thriving at altitudes from sea level to 7,200 feet. It is notable for its unique eye spots on the inside of its pitchers, though their purpose remains a mystery. The plant exhibits a range of color forms from green to dark red and is considered an intermediate to lowland tropical species. Named in honor of Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt, it is adaptable to various growing conditions within its native range.
Nepenthes gracilis
Nepenthes gracilis is a vigorous growing tropical pitcher plant native to the lowlands of Borneo and Sumatra. It features dark and spotted forms with slender, light green lower traps and elongated upper pitchers with dark red to brown speckles. This carnivorous plant thrives in warm, humid environments and is known for catching large insects like stink bugs and wasps.
Nepenthes spectabilis
Nepenthes spectabilis is a tropical pitcher plant native to Sumatra, known for its striking light green pitchers with dark brown speckles. It grows in highland regions at elevations between 4,600 and 7,200 feet. This climbing plant can reach up to 20 feet in length, with tendrils extending up to 10 inches. The plant thrives in mossy and stunted upper montane forests, often growing alongside other Nepenthes species. It is a carnivorous plant, capturing insects like stink bugs and wasps. The species is considered vulnerable, highlighting its need for conservation efforts.
Nepenthes rafflesiana
Nepenthes rafflesiana is a tropical pitcher plant known for its large, variable pitchers and unique carnivorous nature. It thrives in the lowland regions of Borneo, Sumatra, and Peninsular Malaysia, often found in wet, sandy areas. This scrambling vine can reach heights of up to 50 feet, with tendrils extending over 3 feet. The plant's pitchers vary in color from dark purple to nearly white, and they serve as passive traps for insects. It is a dioecious species, meaning individual plants are either male or female. Nepenthes rafflesiana is endangered due to habitat loss and is protected under CITES Appendix II. It is popular among plant enthusiasts and is recommended for beginners in Nepenthes cultivation. The plant requires warm temperatures, high humidity, and frequent watering with distilled water.