Planta carnivora Nepenthes Albomarginata

Nepenthes albomarginata is a fascinating species of nepenthes native to Southeast Asia, known for its elegant, tubular pitchers, and for the distinctive white band located under the lip edge, a unique characteristic of this species. This band attracts termites and other insects, which the plant captures to obtain nutrients, making it not only decorative but also extremely interesting biologically.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Nepenthes albomarginata

• Common name: Nepenthes, pitcher plant

• Family: Nepenthaceae

• Growth type: Perennial carnivorous tropical plant with elongated leaves and tubular pitchers

• Pitchers: Thin, cylindrical, green or reddish, with a white band under the lip edge and pigmented interior; shade may vary depending on variety and light

• Flowers: Discreet, appear on long stalks, plants are dioecious (male or female).

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Strong, filtered; avoid intense direct midday sun

• Substrate: Aerated, nutrient-poor – mix of sphagnum, perlite, fine bark

• Watering: Only with rainwater, distilled or osmosis water; substrate is kept permanently moist

• Humidity: High (60–80%), necessary for pitcher formation

• Optimal temperature: 22–30°C during the day, 18–22°C at night, depending on the culture type (lowland or intermediate)

• Fertilization: Very rare, only occasionally in pitchers, with diluted solutions, if the plant does not catch enough prey

• Lack of humidity or insufficient light exposure can prevent cup formation. To maintain the spectacular appearance of the plant, a warm, bright environment with consistently high humidity is recommended.

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Rare, collectible species with unique morphological characteristics

• Elegant pitchers with distinctive white detail, visually attractive

• Plant adapted for natural control of small insects

• Suitable for terrariums, plant showcases, or spaces with controlled humidity

Height including pot: 15 cm

Note: The specific variegation may be absent in some pitchers, as they are still young. Also, pitchers may show small imperfections caused by transport or temperature variations – normal aspects for this type of carnivorous plants. The number and size of pitchers naturally vary from one specimen to another.