{"product_id":"nepenthes-pitcher-plant-black-miracle-4","title":"Nepenthes Pitcher Plant “Black Miracle “4”","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eNepenthes ‘Black Miracle’, commonly called Black Miracle Pitcher Plant, is a tropical carnivorous plant grown for its extremely dark pitchers and dramatic contrast. This hybrid originates from Southeast Asian Nepenthes species that naturally climb through warm, humid forests. What makes this plant special is the deep burgundy to near-black pitcher coloration paired with glossy foliage and heavily flared pitcher openings. The leaves are elongated with tendrils extending from the tips, producing hanging insect-trapping pitchers that darken with stronger light and maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\"\u003ePlace Nepenthes ‘Black Miracle’ in an \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eeast or south window\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best pitcher color and development, positioned at the window or within 1 to 2 feet depending on intensity. A west window can work if monitored for excessive heat, while a north window will reduce pitcher production and dark coloration. Under grow lights, use 5000K to 6500K and keep the light 8 to 12 inches above the canopy. It performs best around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1077\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e400 to 1,000 foot-candles\u003c\/strong\u003e. Brighter light deepens the pitcher color and supports stronger growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eKeep the media lightly moist at all times using distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water only. Never allow the soil to fully dry and avoid mineral-heavy tap water. Always check the root zone before watering. Use a loose carnivorous plant mix with strong airflow around the roots. This plant prefers moderate to higher humidity, warm temperatures, and steady airflow for healthy pitcher production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1865\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eWhat your plant is telling you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eIf pitchers stop forming or dry up early, humidity or light is too low. If leaves yellow rapidly or the media smells sour, the roots are staying too wet or airflow is poor. If pitchers stay pale instead of darkening, it needs more consistent light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rooted Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42924278874210,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/1269\/8722\/files\/30062CEC-AEE1-4BBA-98F7-AEEBA4F4D862.jpg?v=1780516819","url":"https:\/\/therootedplantshop.com\/products\/nepenthes-pitcher-plant-black-miracle-4","provider":"The Rooted Plant Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}