Nepenthes alba (Mt. Tahan, Malaysia) FV-037-01

€15,00
A rather slow-growing highland species from the slopes of Mount Tahan and Mount Tapis in Western Malaysia. Besides the dark-red lower pitchers, mature plants produce white-colored upper pitchers the species is famous for, hence the scientific name alba.

Pictured plant is potted in a 7 x 7 cm pot for reference. Sizes may vary slightly.
Choose your plant:

Slowly acclimate pitcher plants you got from us to your growing conditions by keeping them in a humid environment. They may lose their pitchers due to the sudden environmental changes; however, we can assure you that new ones will be forming in no time.

 

Growing tips:

- A plant for experienced growers

- Best grown in a highland temperature regime

- Peat or Sphagnum-based soil mix supplemented with horticultural grade perlite

- Bright light, but avoid direct sunlight

- Requires high humidity

- Requires sufficient airflow

- Avoid overwatering

- If perfectly established, feeding or careful fertilization benefits growth

Your plants will be sent unpotted wrapped in some high-quality Sphagnum moss. Please make sure to have soil components and pots ready upon delivery, so you are immediately able to take care of your purchase.

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