Orchids
Tropical Pitcher, Nepenthes 'Maxima Dark x Lowii'
R1,050.00 ZAR
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The Nepenthes maxima 'Dark' x lowii is a classic and highly esteemed hybrid from Exotica Plants (EP). It is celebrated for combining the dramatic, deep coloration of the "Dark" N. maxima form with the iconic, woody, and constricted pitcher morphology of the highland N. lowii.
Product Highlights
- Exceptional Pitchers: As the plant matures, it develops striking "intermediate" and "upper" pitchers that inherit the waisted or constricted middle and flared mouth characteristic of N. lowii.
- Vibrant & Dark Coloration: Lower pitchers are typically heavily speckled or mottled with deep burgundy, while the peristome (rim) often displays a rich, dark red to near-black hue.
- Unique Features: Mature pitchers often feature bristles under the lid and produce copious amounts of white nectar exudate, a direct trait from the N. lowii parent.
- Vigorous Growth: This hybrid is significantly faster and more resilient than a pure N. lowii, benefiting from the "strutting" growth speed and adaptability of N. maxima.