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Asian Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes - Carnivorous - Exotic - 6" Hanging Basket
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About Asian Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes - Carnivorous
Easy to grow Carnivorous Plant Makes a great gift Prefers morning sun or very bright, indirect light A rare, exotic house plant The plant you will receive is growing in a 6" hanging basket with several pitchers as pictured Nepenthes - Asian Red Pitcher Plant One of the best and easiest species to start with, this plant produces pink/red traps with a narrow 'waist' and is exceptionally easy to grow. Distribution: Philippines. Nepenthes are commonly known as pitcher plants or monkey cups as the tips of some leaves form jug like structures which hold a digestive liquid ready for the unsuspecting prey to fall in to. You can recreate their natural habitat in a variety of ways including greenhouse growing, Florida Room, and large terrariums which look magnificent in the home - and are quite a talking point! They can even be grown in a north or east window! Temperature: The Nepenthes come from high up in the hills surrounding perhaps jungles or other similar terrain. They can tolerate temperatures of 54 degrees F. to 95 degrees F
