Nepenthes Rebecca Soper XL - O planta carnivora spectaculoasa!

Nepenthes ‘Rebecca Soper’ is a valued hybrid between Nepenthes ventricosa and Nepenthes gracillima, known for its vigorous growth and decorative pitchers, in shades of burgundy red with green or cream areas, covered with contrasting spots. It is a striking carnivorous plant, ideal for enthusiasts of exotic plants, both for indoor cultivation and in terrariums or heated greenhouses.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Nepenthes ‘Rebecca Soper’

• Common name: Pitcher plant

• Family: Nepenthaceae

• Growth type: Perennial carnivorous tropical plant, with elongated leaves that form pitchers at the ends

• Pitchers: Elongated, with wide mouth and serrated edge, intense red to burgundy, with light interior and decorative spots

• Flowers: Discreet, on long inflorescences, separated by sex (the plant is dioecious)

🌞 Growing conditions:

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

• Substrate: Very airy, nutrient-free – mix of sphagnum, perlite, fine bark

• Watering: Only with rainwater, distilled or osmosis water; substrate must always remain moist

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

• Optimal temperature: 20–28°C by day, 15–20°C by night; tolerates slight variations

• Fertilization: Very rare; the plant obtains nutrients from captured prey

✨ Advantages and uses

• Striking carnivorous plant, easily adaptable to indoor cultivation

• The shape and coloring of the pitchers attract attention in any botanical collection

• Ideal for terrariums, plant showcases, or bright windows with high humidity

• Can naturally control small populations of flying insects

📌 Note: Nepenthes ‘Rebecca Soper’ requires a warm and humid environment to consistently form pitchers.

Height including pot: 25 cm
Pot diameter: 14 cm