Pinguicula alpina (alpine butterwort) is native to northern and central Europe, particularly the Alps and Scandinavia. This pinguicula can be somewhat challenging to grow because if summer conditions are not ideal, its winter hibernacula will decay. With this guide however, you will understand what it takes to cultivate this carnivorous plant. Pinguicula alpina prefers 50-68 … Read more
Is your pinguicula no longer eating or blooming? Are its leaves turning brown? Knowing the symptoms of a dying pinguicula (butterwort) is essential for any grower. If you know the symptoms, you can take steps to prevent it or save the plant. In this post you will discover the most likely signs of a dying … Read more
Pinguicula colimensis is a Mexican butterwort known for its tight winter rosette and sizable gland tentacles. It naturally thrives in gypsum cliffs and can be challenging to grow especially in winter. With this guide, you will learn how to properly care for p. colimensis like a seasoned cultivator. Pinguicula colimensis thrives in porous soil substrates … Read more
Native to the Borneo lowlands, nepenthes bicalcarata is best known for the fangs – spurs actually – around its pitchers. Contrary to popular belief, n. bicalcarata is not difficult for anyone to grow, but it does require a specific approach to produce the best results. Nepenthes bicalcarata prefers warm and humid conditions, preferably 85-90 F … Read more
Nepenthes maxima is one of the easier pitcher plants to grow and maintain. This plant is suitable for beginners because it does not require a lot of attention. If you are new to carnivorous plants and want something simple to start with, n. maxima is as good a plant to go with as any. Nepenthes … Read more
Nepenthes rafflesiana is a lowland pitcher plant endemic throughout Southeast Asia. In the wild this plant reaches up to 50 feet (15 meters), but those sold for homes and gardens grow at a more manageable 4-5 inches (approx. 8 cm). In this in-depth guide you will discover the right way to care for this nepenthes. … Read more
Contrary to popular belief, pitcher plants do not eat insects for food. All these species including nepenthes and sarracenia are capable of making their own through natural means. In this article you will learn how these carnivorous plants make food, why they still eat insects, and why you should feed them if prey is unavailable. … Read more
Nepenthes x ventrata is the product of n. ventricosa and n. alata. It is known for having sizeable red-green pitchers and being highly adaptable to different environments. Read on to find out how to best take care of nepenthes x ventrata – or just n. ventrata – in your home and what mistakes to steer … Read more
Found throughout Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and New Guinea, nepenthes ampullaria is unique among tropical pitcher plants because it is a detritivore, not carnivore. These plants also have some particular care requirements, but nothing too difficult for a beginner to handle. Nepenthes ampullaria may be grown in a terrarium with partially shaded light and high … Read more
Native to the Philippines, Nepenthes ventricosa is among the easiest pitcher plants to grow. It is very forgiving so it is perfect for a beginner. A mature n. ventricosa can reach 8 inches and comes in various shades of red, green, pink and white. If you want to try your hand at raising nepenthes, this … Read more