Orchids
Tropical Pitcher, Nepenthes 'campanulata x ventricosa’
R475.00 ZAR
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Nepenthes campanulata x ventricosa is a stunning horticultural hybrid that marries the extreme "bell-shaped" elegance of N. campanulata with the legendary vigor and ease of N. ventricosa. This cross is a favorite for those who want the rare look of a lowland specialist in a much hardier, more adaptable plant.
Product Overview
- Distinctive Traps: The pitchers are beautifully flared and wide at the mouth, inheriting the classic "campanulate" (bell) shape. They typically exhibit a creamy-green to pale yellow base, often flushed with a delicate peach or pink hue depending on light intensity.
- Waxy Texture: Inheriting traits from N. ventricosa, the pitchers are notably thick and waxy, allowing them to last much longer on the vine than many other hybrids.
- Compact Growth: This hybrid tends to stay relatively compact and "clumpy," making it an ideal candidate for hanging baskets or smaller grow spaces.
- Hybrid Vigor: Unlike its parent N. campanulata, which is notoriously finicky and heat-loving, this cross is exceptionally resilient and grows much faster.