Tropical Pitcher Plant hispida (Nepenthes hispida) is known for its characteristic pitchers, which grow from the ends of long, thin tendrils (flaccid roots), which the plant uses to catch insects and other small animals. The pitchers themselves are tubular, open-topped, and contain a slimy fluid that is used to digest prey. What sets Nepenthes hispida apart from other species of tropical pitcher traps is its tough, rough surface, which gives it the name 'hispida', which means 'covered with hairs'. The plant often has a tough covering of hairs on the pitchers and leaves. These hairs may help to hold the prey. For additional information about this Araflora product, please use the symbols below.

Nepenthes hispida prefers well-drained, moist soils that are often poor in nutrients, which encourages the plant to catch insects to meet its nutritional needs. The flowers are inconspicuous and usually appear on long, slender inflorescences that often rise higher than the rest of the plant. Nepenthes hispida is a species that often occurs at higher altitudes and has adapted well to the tropical climate of the region. With the help of the symbols below you will already get some care information for the Nepenthes hispida.