| Members of the genus Nepenthes are plants inhabiting
the rainforests and grasslands of a broad area of the Old World.
More specifically, they are carnivorous vines, equipped with specialized
leaves which catch and digest a variety of animal and insect prey to supply
themselves with nitrogen and other elements lacking in their soil.
Some of the larger species have even been documented consuming tree frogs,
lizards, and in rare cases, rodents. For this reason, we think of
them as Plants With Attitude!
The links above provide access to several resources
for the Nepenthes horticulturist. They include:
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Overview: |
A broad survey of the environmental
needs of these plants, and how to provide for them. |
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Cultivation List: |
A list of links to species-specific
information for many known species of Nepenthes, and some well-known hybrids. |
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Basement Cultivation: |
A brief description of a workable
approach to growing highland Nepenthes in almost any climate. |
It is hoped that this information will stimulate
discussion and further dissemination of cultivation techniques among interested
parties. We are happy to discuss these matters with other growers, and
encourage them to email us with questions, descriptions of their techniques,
and observations. However, when reading the information provided,
please keep in mind the following caveat: no
responsibility is assumed by the creators of this site if the methods or
techniques herein described fail to work for you, or lead to the demise
of your plant(s). We describe only what has
worked for us. Please note that links to further information, or
to larger images, are indicated by underlined green text or by images with
green borders. |
