Tropical pitcher plant 'Nepenthes veitchii' 'S'

Nepenthes veitchii 'S' - CarniNep58b

Nepenthes veitchii ‘S’
Nepenthes veitchii ‘S’
Nepenthes veitchii ‘S’

Easy to care for

Indoor

No direct sun

Carnivorous

2 cm
3 cm
Tropical pitcher plant 'Nepenthes veitchii' 'S'

Nepenthes veitchii 'S' - CarniNep58b

Nepenthes veitchii distinguishes itself from other Nepenthes species through its large pitchers with prominent rims (peristomes). In the wild, this species—which often grows exclusively as an epiphyte on trees—is found on the island of Borneo. Although it is a slow grower, this carnivorous plant is not difficult to cultivate at home. Nepenthes veitchii is an excellent choice if you are looking for a unique carnivorous plant featuring striking, large pitchers.

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Plant information: Tropical pitcher plant 'Nepenthes veitchii' 'S'

Nepenthes veitchii distinguishes itself from other Nepenthes species through its large pitchers with prominent rims (peristomes). In the wild, this species—which often grows exclusively as an epiphyte on trees—is found on the island of Borneo. Although it is a slow grower, this carnivorous plant is not difficult to cultivate at home. Nepenthes veitchii is an excellent choice if you are looking for a unique carnivorous plant featuring striking, large pitchers. For further details regarding this remarkable carnivorous plant, please refer to the Araflora product information symbols provided below.

Height
2 cm
Width
3 cm
Araflora info
Limited
Adult height
5-7 cm
Adult width
7 cm
Flower colour
yellow/brown
Plant type
Carnivorous
Growth habit
Normal
Growth habit
Normal
Distribution
South-East Asia
Product type
Plant
Properties
Introduction
Flowering period
all year
Altitude range
100-1500
Plant care: Tropical pitcher plant 'Nepenthes veitchii' 'S'

This tropical pitcher plant requires plenty of sunlight; however, avoid placing Nepenthes veitchii in direct sunlight, as this may cause it to dry out. The optimal temperature range is between 15°C and 25°C; temperatures should not fall below 10°C or exceed 30°C. Water the plant generously with rainwater or distilled water, ensuring that water does not stagnate in the pot. Additionally, mist the plant regularly with a spray bottle to ensure that water remains inside the pitchers. The environment in which the plant is kept should have relatively high humidity. This species thrives in neutral to slightly acidic peat-based substrate and does not require fertilization. Nepenthes veitchii can be pruned. For additional plant care information regarding this unique carnivorous plant, please refer to the Araflora symbols below.

Care
Easy
Place
Indoor
Daytime humidity
60-100%
Air circulation
normal
Light
No direct sun
Maintenance
Can be pruned
Repotting
after 2 years
Soil Ph
<7
Soil type
peat
Watering tips
Water spraying
Watering
High
Watering tips
Free draining mixture
Max temperature
30 °C
Artificial light height
10-40cm
Fertilise
none
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
20 °C
Nighttime temperature
10 °C