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Pitcher Plant (6inch hanging basket)
Pitcher Plant (6inch hanging basket)
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Tropical Pitcher Plants, known scientifically as Nepenthes, are fascinating carnivorous plants prized for their exotic, hanging “pitchers” that trap insects. These unique plants are native to the humid jungles of Southeast Asia, where they grow as epiphytes or in moist, mossy soil. They thrive in bright, indirect light, ideally near a north- or east-facing window, or in filtered light from a south- or west-facing window. Direct sunlight can burn their leaves, while too little light will prevent pitcher development.
Caring for a Tropical Pitcher Plant means mimicking its natural rainforest environment. These plants love high humidity (60% or higher), warm temperatures, and consistently moist—but not soggy—soil. Use distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water only, as tap water can damage sensitive roots. A loose, acidic mix like sphagnum moss with perlite or orchid bark is ideal. Keep the soil damp at all times and never let it fully dry out. Avoid fertilizing the soil; the plant gets nutrients from the bugs it catches!
Whether hung in a bright bathroom or displayed in a glass cabinet or terrarium, Nepenthes adds a wild, otherworldly flair to any plant collection. Watching the pitchers form and function is a fascinating experience, and their architectural look brings a touch of the rainforest into your home. With the right care, this plant will reward you with cascading pitchers and a truly unique plant-parenting journey.
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it came in great shape, I’m so excited to see it grow!!

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Beautiful plant and well packaged. Unfortunately UPS treated the box like a football and 5 of the leaves had the tops snapped. Not RPS’s fault.

This plant does not even look Real! But it is! Barely even a wrinkle on arrival! Thank you Mel! I will be buying more!

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Carrie Fritz

I love all my plants this one is just so stinking CUTE!
