Es besteht Uneinigkeit über den Status von Nepenthes carunculata als eigene Art oder doch als heterotypisches Synonym von N. bongso. Die hier angebotenen Pflanzen unterscheiden sich jedoch deutlich von den als N. bongso angebotenen Pflanzen. Die N. carunculata besitzen mehr Rotanteile. Die Kannen sind becheröfmig mit einer verdickten Basis, zwei parallelen Flügelleisten und einem geriffelten Peristom in dunkelrot. Die Hochkannen von N. carunculata sind sehr hell und infindibular, zeigen damit einen starken Dimorphismus zu den Bodenkannen. Hübsche, wenig gepflegte Art.

Eine spezielle Varietät von Nepenthes  bongso/carunculata. Die Varietät robusta zeigt deutlich breitere Blätter, ein stark verdicktes Tendril, sowie ein breiteres Peristom. Eine wunderschöne Varietät mit dunklen, fast schwarzen Kannen und Peristom und peltatem Kannenansatz. Hier kommt jeder Liebhaber schwarzer Kannen auf seine Kosten. Interessant ist der Kontrast zwischen den dunklen Bodenkannen und den hellen, fast weissen Hochkannen. 

Nepenthes diatas is a very beautiful and rare ‘ultra-highland’ (2400-2600m) species endemic to Sumatra. Its name ‘diatas’ is Indonesian for “above” or “on top” in reference to it being found primarily on exposed summit ridges where plants are often very stunted, and carry only one pitcher at a time. Plants found at lower altitudes tend to be larger. Despite this it is a fairly typical highland plant and not difficult to grow provided the right climate is provided. Cool nights are a must. This is an extremely rewarding species.Closely related to N. singalana and N. spathulata, N. diatas produces bold and remarkable pitchers that range from orange-browns to a deep purple-red or maroon, often being most dark and red when exposed to strong light. The striking peristome has prominent teeth, and ranges from pink-red to the same deep maroon as the pitchers, at times with darker striping. This creates a strong contrast with the creamy white pitcher interior, which can be flecked with the same purples as the pitcher body. This is an incredibly beautiful and sturdy plant, with bold traps and thick rugged leaves, perfect for life on a summit ridge; be it in your greenhouse or high in the mountains of Aceh province.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Seems tolerant of high light levels provided temperatures remain cool.Temperature: Highland to ‘ultra-highland’ conditions. Requires cool days and chilly night to thrive.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Nepenthes dubia ist nur von zwei Bergen bekannt: Mount Talakmau, Westsumatra (1800-2700 m ü. NN), und Gunung Malea, Nordsumatra (1600 - 2200 m ü. NN). Diese Pflanzen stammen aus dem zweiten, erst kürzlich entdeckten Standort. Die unteren Kannen dieser Sorte sind rötlich und oft recht dunkel. Junge Pflanzen sind viel farbenprächtiger als vergleichbare Pflanzen von G. Talamau. Die oberen Kannen sind bei dieser Form rein gelb oder gelbgrün, im Gegensatz zu den eher orangefarbenen oberen Kannen von G. Talamau. Die mittleren Kannen sind oft gestreift.Nepenthes dubia ist eine winzige und zierliche Art, die nur von zwei Gipfeln in der Barisan-Bergkette auf Sumatra bekannt ist. N. dubia wächst in moosbewachsenen Wäldern, entweder epiphytisch in niedrigeren Lagen oder terrestrisch in Moosbüscheln in hohen Lagen (2200m+) inmitten der verkümmerten alpinen Vegetation. Es handelt sich um eine echte Hochlandpflanze, die jedoch schneller wächst als viele andere Hochlandpflanzen.Der Name ëdubiaí ist lateinisch für "zweifelhaft" und bezieht sich auf die Ähnlichkeit mit N. inermis, mit der sie zunächst für eine mögliche Hybride gehalten wurde. Die unteren Kannen werden selten gebildet und sind relativ klein, das Rosettenstadium ist kurzlebig. N. dubia bildet schnell Ranken, die elegante und zierliche obere Kannen (8 cm) hervorbringen. Die Kannen sind trichterförmig, wobei der untere Teil von beiden Seiten wie eingeklemmt und abgeflacht wirkt. Dadurch entsteht ein sehr einzigartiges und ungewöhnliches Aussehen. Diese Kannen ähneln stark denen von N. inermis, unterscheiden sich aber durch ein gut entwickeltes Peristom. Das Peristom ist relativ (für die kleine Kannengröße) breit und flach und liegt horizontal, so dass sich die Kannen nach oben öffnen. Der Kannendeckel von N. dubia ist außerdem einzigartig, da er im Verhältnis zur Kannenöffnung fast immer um mehr als 180 Grad nach hinten gebogen ist. Die oberen Kannen dieser Art sind im Allgemeinen hellgrün bis grün-gelb gefärbt, es gibt aber auch orangefarbene und rote Formen. Die unteren Kannen sind oft farbenfroher, sie sind orange bis rot gefärbt. Alle Kannen produzieren eine besonders zähflüssige Kannenflüssigkeit, ähnlich der von N. inermis und einigen anderen Sumatra-Arten. Es wird vermutet, dass die Kannen dadurch als Fliegenfänger und auch als typische Fallen fungieren können. Die charakteristischen roten bis violetten Ranken, die an den meisten Pflanzen zu finden sind, sind ebenfalls ein bemerkenswertes und interessantes Merkmal.Insgesamt sind sowohl die Pflanze als auch die Kannen zwar klein und elegant, weisen aber viele interessante Details auf und sind unglaublich einzigartig und charmant. Kultivierungsrichtlinien:Licht: Helles indirektes oder gedämpftes LichtTemperatur: Echte Hochlandbedingungen. Benötigt kühle Nachttemperaturen.Kultursubstrat: Eine offene, moosige, aber gut durchlässige Mischung. Eine Mischung aus hochwertigem Sphagnum-Moos mit Perlit in Gartenbauqualität, etwas hochwertigem Torfmoos und Pinienrinde ist gut geeignet. Der Anteil von Sphagnum in der Mischung sollte idealerweise recht hoch sein.Zusätzliche Hinweise zur Kultivierung: Schätzt eine hohe Luftfeuchtigkeit.

Eine litophytische Art aus Nord-Sumatra. Durch das breite Vorkommen von 0-1600 m.ü.M. lässt sich die Art erfolgreich unter verschiedenen Bedingungen pflegen.Die frühere Einteilung unter N. alata zeigt sich besonders in den ähnlichen Bodenkannen. Die Hochkannen unterscheiden sich jedoch deutlich, durch die kantigere Erscheinung mit der runden Basis unterhalb der Kannenhüfte.Die meisten Nepenthes eustachya zeigen ein kontrastreich rot-grün gefärbtes Peristom und einen roten oder hellen, fast weisslichen Kannenkörper. Die hier verkauften Klone zeigen eine intensiv rote Grundfarbe. Oft unterschätzte, attraktive Art.

Nepenthes flava is a relatively new species (2007) and an incredibly spectacular plant endemic to the high altitude (1800 ñ 2200m) montane forests of the Barisan Mountains, Northern Sumatra. They are found growing terrestrially in more open areas of the forest. As the name ëflavaí suggests, this species produces bright yellow-green upper pitchers. Furthermore the yellow-green leaves can give the whole plant a yellow appearance. Upper pitchers can be upto 6cm in height and start off as a narrow tube leading upto a broad rounded funnel, resembling a small green toilet bowl. The peristome is almost horizontal, opening upwards with a wavy outer margin, and although usually the same yellow colour as the pitchers it can be either striped or wholly red. The robust, squat lower pitchers are very similar to the upper pitchers, but range from yellow, through orange and red, to possibly even purple in colour. Their wide peristome is usually darker in colour, with lower pitchers resembling N. jacquilineae but with a larger lid and less pronounced peristome. All pitchers produce especially viscous, syrupy pitcher fluid similar to that used by N. inermis and a few other Sumatran species. This helps pitchers function as flypaper traps as opposed to only pitfall traps, and helps upper pitchers contend with wind movement. Some plants also have stunning red stems. Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled lightTemperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

This is my personal favourite species, with absolutely stunning and unique pitchers!!!Endemic to a number peaks in the Barisan Mountains of West Sumatra and Jambi, Nepenthes inermis grows (1500-2600m) either as an epiphyte in mossy forest or terrestrially amongst stunted montane scrub (>2000m). Despite being a true highland plant, N. inermis is a fairly quick and easy grower that rapidly vines from a young age. It is therefore highly recommended, both for specialists and newcomers with a basic understanding of how to cultivate highland nepenthes! Itís unique and beautiful upper pitchers really make it a ìmustî for any collection.Nepenthes inermis rarely produces lower pitchers; with the rosette stage being short lived. Lower pitchers are generally wingless and are mostly funnel shaped (infandibular), ballooning in the top third. They closely resemble the lower pitchers of N. dubia, but are distinctly constricted just below the almost horizontal peristome. Despite being very different to the upper pitchers, they are quite elegant and beautiful in their own right.This species is really known for its fantastic and completely unique upper pitchers! They in no way resemble the lower pitchers and have to be one of the best examples of pitcher dimorphism within the genus. These wide, infandibular pitchers (9cm) resemble bright electric green trumpets, almost completely lacking any peristome, a trait unique to only this species!!! This lack of any notable peristome is the origin of the name ëinermisí which is Latin for for "unarmed" .The pitcher mouth is round and generally horizontal, with a small, long pitcher lid doing little to keep out any rain. Fortunately, despite the fact that these pitchers often fill with water and are frequently tipped over due to the weight, extremely viscous pitcher fluid, as well as laterally appressed walls in the lower parts of the pitcher, keeps all pitcher contents within the pitcher, allowing water to drain and the pitchers to spring back to their original positions. Like other Sumatran species, this extremely viscous fluid may enable the upper pitchers to act as flypaper traps, as well as functioning as a lubricant to slide any trapped prey into the pitcher body. This fluid is so thick in fact that when poured, it can form a long stream several meters in length.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Temperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade Perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Eine sehr dunkle Art aus den Barisan Mountains in Sumatra, die oft pechschwarze Kannen produziert. Dort ist die Art auf 1700-1900 m.ü.M. anzutreffen und wächst primär epiphytisch. Die Kannen erinnern an die von N. singalana (primär die Belirang Form) und Nepenthes lingulata, mit welchen sie auch näher verwandt ist. Was bei N. izumiae jedoch einzigartig ist, sind die Zähnge am posterioren Teil des Peristoms, nahe des Deckelansatzes, die je nach Individuum erstaunlich lange werden können.Das breite Peristom ist geriffelt, die Kanne sanduhrförmig und schlank. Der Kannendeckel ist dabei meist gewellt. Wie N. lingulata hat N. izumiae ein ausgeprägtes Anhängsel an der Deckel unterseite, welches jedoch eher kurz und breit ist.Sehr schöne Art für Liebhaber von schwarzen Nepentheskannen.

Nepenthes jacquelineae has to be one of the most beautiful and unique species of nepenthes on account of its squat, robust pitchers that have one of the most spectacular and distinctive peristomes of the genus. Endemic to the Barisan Mountains of West Sumatra, N. jacquilineae grows primarily as an epiphyte, but also occasionally terrestrially, in high altitude (1700-2200m) dense most forest. These forests are almost constantly enveloped in fog and experience daily rainfall, remaining cool and moist. It is a true highland plant. It is otherwise a relatively hardy and easy grower, provided the correct climate is provided.N. jacquelineae produces relatively small (= 6cm) lower pitchers. These are squat, funnel-shaped (infundibular), rounding towards the top, and possess a wide, flattened peristome (upto 1cm wide), that resembles a pair of flattened lipsticked lips. Upper pitchers are produced on vines up to 5m in length, and are much larger than their lower counterparts. They are robust and squat, being up to 15cm high and 10cm wide, lacking any wings that may have been present in the lowers. The most characteristic feature of N. jacquelineae however is its greatly expanded peristome, which can be up to 3.5 cm wide in upper pitchers. It is unusually smooth. While pitchers are reminiscent of a robust form of the related N. jamban but with a greatly expanded peristome, only the unrelated N. platychila (Borneo) produces a similar peristome structure. While N. platychila may have the stripes, N. jacquelineae definitely wins any competitions for colour. Pitchers range in colour from green, through yellow and oranges, to fully red, and may be lightly speckled. Peristomes are usually an orange to deep red colour. While a green pitcher, with red peristome is most common, exceptional individuals can even produce dark fully maroon-purple pitchers. The flared horizontal disk-like peristomes characteristic of this species may act as a landing platform for flying insects, the primary prey caught by the upper pitchers. Especially viscous, syrupy pitcher fluid similar to that found in N. inermis and a few other Sumatran species, coats the pitcher walls. This is hypothesized to enable pitchers to function as flypaper traps as well as typical pitfall traps. The species was discovered by Charles Clarke and Troy Davis. The name ëjacquelineaeí is in honour of Charles Clarke's wife, Jacqueline Clarke, while N. izumeae (discovered on the same trip) is named after of Izumi Davis, Troyís wife.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Naturally grows in relatively low light, as sunlight is diffused by fog and forest.Temperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures, and moderate daytime temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Endemic to forests almost constantly enveloped in fog, this species appreciates cool, moist conditions and very high humidity.

Nepenthes jamban is endemic to the Barisan Mountains of North Sumatra, where it is known only from its type locality. This species is only found growing terrestrially at altitudes of 1800-2100m, either in upper montane mossy forest or at higher altitudes amongst stunted montane scrub. It is therefore a typical highland plant, and is a relatively easy and moderate grower, that tends to get quite viney. The name "jamban" is Indonesian for "toilet" in reference to its famously ítoilet-bowlí shaped pitchers.Nepenthes jamban produces small (5.8cm) lower pitchers that start off as a narrow funnel shape, opening to a wide funnel and an almost horizontal pitcher opening. They range in colour from pale yellow or orange to a vibrant red without, some with darker speckling. In many ways lower pitchers resemble those of N. flava but without the wavy peristome margins.The real attraction however is the amazing and characteristic upper pitchers! These large (12cm) distinctive toilet shaped pitchers have a flat uniform peristome running the full circumference of the circular and horizontal pitcher opening. Upper pitchers are generally bright lime-green to yellow, with an orange peristome, and can be speckled in orange-red on the inner pitcher surface. The inner surface is wholly glandular and functions as a fly paper trap, as well as a typical pitfall trap, thanks to strong viscous pitcher fluid, similar to that found in other Sumatran species. This may aid in the capture of larger prey as is often found in these pitchers, which are also notably home to large populations of pitcher infauna. These upper pitchers are produced on a characteristically purplish-red stem that grows up to 4m in length.This unique and iconic "toilet-bowl" species is a much have in any highland collection.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Temperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Nepenthes longiptera stammt aus Nordsumatra. Sie kommt in der Region Aceh in mittleren Höhenlagen vor.Die Art wurde erst 2021 beschrieben. Die Kannenform erinnert an Nepenthes reinwardtiana oder Nepenthes tobaica. Auffallend und für die Artabgrenzung ausschlaggebend sind die ausgeprägten gefransten Flügelleisten der oberen Kannen.

Nepenthes ovata is a stunning species endemic to a number of mountains in North Sumatra, particularly around Lake Toba. It grows at altitudes of 1700-2100m either terrestrially or as an epiphyte in mossy forest or stunted summit scrub, often in association with sphagnum moss. These plants are from Mount Pangulubao, where the holotype (type specimen used to describe the species) was collected, although it had been previously discovered on another mountain. Plants found in this location typically grow terrestrially. This species is a highland plant, and an easy grower provided the right conditions are met.Arguably one of the most beautiful species, and famous for its incredibly flared peristome, N. ovata produces large (25cm) generally ovoid (egg shaped) pitchers from which it gains its name. These short and tubby pitchers, lined with a pair of fringed wings, range from green, through hues of orange and rich red, to purple-maroon in colour. What really makes the pitchers stand out however are their long necks and huge, very broad flared peristomes. The dark red or purple peristomes, sometimes with darker striping, are prominently ridged, the outer edge often wavy, and the inner margin lined with a series of teeth. These teeth are most prominent under the lid where they point forward in a wicked display. The distinguishing feature of the species however is a glandular “hook” on the underside of the lid. Upper pitchers (20cm) are reminiscent of the lowers, but more restrained and drawn out into a long funnel shape, like an elegant wineglass. Wings are absent, the neck shortened, the peristome reduced and smaller, less prominent teeth line the peristome. These pitchers are nevertheless beautiful in their own right; the bright red striping on the peristome creating a striking contrast with the rest of the pitcher, a yellowish-green colour (often getting more yellow towards the peristome).Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Temperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Eine wahrscheinlich neue Art aus Sumatra!Sie ähnelt Nepenthes mikei mit schlanken fast schwarzen Kannen, ist aber größer.

Besondere Form dieser Art mit rötlichen Blättern und aussergewöhnlich grossen Kannen. Die Bandahara Form ist aufgrund der grossen Kannen und dem aussergewöhnlich breitem Peristom sehr beliebt im Hobby. Auch hier sind die spektakulären Farbkontraste im gestreiften Peristom und der gefleckten Kanne, die für diese Art charakteristisch sind, zu finden. Aufgrund der Hochlandlage bei 1400-2200 m.ü.M. eignet sich diese Art perfekt für Hochlandsetups, wo sie früh beginnt zu ranken und die schönen, schlanken Hochkannen präsentiert.

Nepenthes sumatrana ist sicherlich eine der spektakulärsten Tieflandarten der Gattung Nepenthes. Sie ist endemisch und in Nord und West Sumatra und leider kritisch bedroht. Die gelblich bis roten Bodenkannen sind extrem bauchig oder becherförmig mit breiter Kannenbasis und können bis zu 20 cm gross und 10 cm breit (!) werden.  Das Peristom ist breit geöffnet und intensiv rot-gelb gestreift mit markanter Erhöhung zwischen den breiten Flügelleisten. Die Hochkannen können bis zu 30 cm gross und 15 cm breit werden und sind extrem trichterförmig mit der selben Erhöhung im Peristom, ähnlich wie sie bei N. rafflesiana zu finden ist. Die Hochkannen sind meist orange-rot und zeigen weiterhin das intensive Peristom. Tendrile bei dieser Art können bis zu 60 cm lang werden. Eine absolut eindrückliche und seltene Art für jeden mit einem Tieflandsetup mit ausreichend Platz.

Nepenthes talangensis is an incredibly beautiful and unique species endemic to the area around Mount Talang, an active volcano in West Sumatra. It grows almost exclusively terrestrially in high altitude upper montane forest (1800-2500m), and is found in positions ranging from deep shade under dense forest canopy, to positions in almost full sun between stunted summit scrub. Coming from very high elevations, this species is a definite highland plant, leaning towards favouring ‘ultra-highland’ conditions, and seems to be one of the slower growing Nepenthes species.Nepenthes talangensis tends to transition into a climbing phase earlier than other species, with lower pitchers being only briefly produced. These are generally small (5cm) though under ideal conditions, and on older plants, can be fairly sizable (10cm). The pitchers are quite unusual and distinctly recognisable, starting off as a short, tubby funnel that tends to become more egg-shaped in the upper parts, before narrowing just below the peristome. Striking dark red-purple speckles contrast strongly with and stand out against the pale creamy yellow colour of the pitcher body, sometimes with rosy tints. The peristome is flat and deeply incurved, creating a deep funnel directly into the trap, a rather unique trait. Generally yellow or orange when newly opened, the peristome darkens with age to a deep red or purple. A small flattened spur decorates the base of the pitcher lid.Upper pitchers (upto 12cm) are produced on relatively short vines (3m). They tend to be more funnel-shaped (infandubular), but often swell towards the top. They are similar to the lower pitchers, but typically lighter in colour as is common for the aerial pitchers of many Nepenthes species. Like some other Sumatran species N. talangensis produces very thick, sticky and viscous pitcher fluid, enabling the inner walls of the pitchers to act as a sort of “fly paper”.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Seems tolerant of a range of light levels.Temperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Nepenthes tenuis is a remarkable, diminutive species, which may produce some of the smallest pitchers after N. argentii. It is endemic to a single known location along the Tjampo River in West Sumatra. It grows in mossy and sub-montane forest on sandstone ledges at relatively low altitudes (100-1200m) , making it more of an ‘intermediate’ plant. It is an easy and hardy plant that grows rapidly under the right conditions.Lower pitchers are rarely seen as N. tenuis rapidly transitions into uppers. The lowers are incredibly squat, round and tubby. Upper pitchers are also incredibly small (2.5-4.5cm) and are widely funnel shaped (infundibular) with a slight constriction below the rounded and almost horizontal opening. The pitcher mouth is ringed with a relatively wide and flattened peristome much like the seat of a tiny colourful toilet bowl. Both upper and lower pitchers lack any wings, instead having two colourful ridges running down the pitcher bodies. The pitchers are a creamy yellow-green, with varying but often heavy amounts of red to maroon-brown blotches, which tend to increase towards the upper parts of the pitcher body. As such pitchers can appear more red than green and often have a rosy hue to them. The peristome varies from yellow to a maroon-brown colour. These striking little toilet-shaped pitchers in many ways resemble a more colourful and rotund version of N. dubia. While small they are one of the most underrated species in my opinion.Cultivation Guidelines.Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Temperature: More ‘intermediate’ and tolerant of warmer temperatures than other highlanders. Cool nights are still recommended.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Eine simple, aber dennoch hübsche kleine Art aus dem Mittelhochland von Sumatra. Ein relativ dunkler Kannenkörper mit einem rotbräunlichen Netzmuster, ein schmales, rot-violettes Peristom und eine sehr helle Kanneninnenseite zeichnen diese Art aus. Es sind keine Naturhybriden von Nepenthes adnata bekannt, wobei leider viele Naturpopulationen  bereits zerstört sind. Eine weitere hortikulturelle Vermehrung und Sicherung ist sehr wichtig!Es sind bereits erfolgreiche Berichte über Pflege in Tief- und Hochlandsetups bekannt. Nepenthes adnata stellt eine schöne Ergänzung für eine Fensterbank oder ein kleinen Growspace dar.

Nepenthes adrianii wird oft als Synonym zu Nepenthes spathulata gesehen. Dennoch gibt es zumindest habituelle Unterschiede zwischen den beiden Gruppen. Nepenthes adrianii zeigt meist eine grünen Kannenkörper und ein kontrastierendes Peristom, während N. spathulata üblicherweise komplett rot gefärbt ist. Die hier verkaufte Form zeigt einen grün-gelben Grundkörper, der mit roten Flecken übersäht ist, grüne, gezahnte Flügelleisten und ein wunderschön dunkelrot-violettes Peristom, das sich kurz nach dem Öffnen in voller Breite zeigt und danach sukzessive nach hinten faltet und ein gezacktes Peristom bei ausgefärbten Kannen hinterlässt.

Nepenthes aristolochioides is one of the most distinctive of all Nepenthes. While having an interesting history, it’s their gorgeous and uniquely shaped lantern-like pitchers that are the defining characteristic of this species, and which make them a ‘must have’ in every serious highland collection. Unfortunately this has also led to them being critically endangered due to over collecting in their natural habitat.Small (7cm) balloon-like pitchers are produced, that are a light creamy-yellow in colour, heavily mottled with reddish-brown to almost purple blotches. These domed pitchers have an unusual round front facing opening, which leads horizontally into the pitcher. The dark red-orange to purple-brown peristome curves inwards forming an “entrance tunnel”, and translucent ‘windows’ on the back of the pitcher allow sunlight to illuminate the interior of the pitcher, thereby luring in both collector and flying insects alike. These traps function similarly to the ‘lobsterpot’ style traps used by Darlingtonia californica (Cobra lilies). Nepenthes klossii is the only other Nepenthes known to do this. While the waxy surface zone inside the pitchers is notably absent in this species, very viscous, syrupy pitcher fluid similar to that used by N. inermis, ensures any unfortunate insects that make their way into the trap are literally glued to the inner pitcher surfaces. N. aristolochioides is a rapidly climbing species, with a short lived rosette stage, before plants rapidly vine, climbing high into the forest canopy. Vines can reach up to 8m in length with smaller rosettes being produced along older vines. Very little dimorphism is observed between upper and lower pitchers. Cultivation N. aristolochioides grows primarily terrestrially, but also as an epiphyte (rooted in mossy clumps), in high altitude Sphagnum-dominated mossy forests, As such this species needs cool night time temperatures, high humidity and an open, mossy, but well-draining substrate. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade Perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. Interesting features and factsOne of the most unique and unusual pitcher shapes in the genus.In some ways reminiscent of the Aristolochia vines, from which this species gets its name.Native Range: Endemic to Sumatra, Indonesia.Altitudinal distribution: Highland, 1800–2500 m.Light: Bright indirect or dappled lightTemperature: Requires cool night time temperatures typical of true highlanders.Soil: An open, mossy but well-draining mix.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Only known from high mountains of the Alas Valley and Goh Lembuh massif in Aceh province, Northern Sumatra, N. densiflora is an extreme highland plant that prefers higher altitudes within its range (1700-3200m). It grows in mossy forest, and at higher altitude often in direct sunlight between stunted montane scrub. This is generally a slow to medium, but steady grower.Deeply coloured lower pitchers are a crimson-red to a maroon-brown colour, with colour extending up the tendrils. These pitchers are large, tough and long-lasting, creating a really stunning display. The flared and very toothy red peristome, sometimes striped with even darker red, resembles both N. singalana and N. diatas, though the prominent ridges present in these species are notable absent. Prominent wings run down the length of the pitchers.Upper pitchers are generally lighter in colour, ranging from a plain creamy green-yellow to being tinged and/or speckled in rosy red hues, often with a pale interior. The peristome is tinged or striped with varying degrees of reds or oranges.Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled light. Often grows in direct sunlight at high altitudes.Temperature: An extreme highlander, definite requirement for highland conditions. Day temperatures should not be allowed to rise too high, and cool night time temperatures are a definite requirement.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. Extra notes on Cultivation: Not difficult as long as the right climate is provided. Appreciates high humidity levels.

Nepenthes dubia is known from only two mountains: Mount Talakmau, West Sumatra (1800-2700m asl), and Gunung Malea, North Sumatra (1600m ñ 2200m asl). These plants are from the mountain on which the species was first discovered. The upper pitchers of this form (G. Talamau) always have an orange tint in my experience.Nepenthes dubia is a diminutive and dainty species known from only two peaks in the Barisan mountain range of Sumatra. N. dubia is found growing in mossy forests, either epiphytically at lower elevations, or terrestrially in moss clumps at high altitudes (2200m+) amongst the stunted alpine vegetation. It is a true highland plant, though faster growing than many other highlanders.The name ëdubiaí is latin for ìdoubtfulî referring itís similarity to N. inermis and initially being mistaken for a possible hybrid. Lower pitchers are rarely produced and relatively small, with the rosette stage being short lived. N. dubia quickly vines producing elegant and dainty upper pitchers (8cm). Pitchers are funnel shaped, with the lower part appearing as if pinched and flattened from either side. This creates a very unique and unusual look. While these pitchers strongly resemble those of N. inermis, they differ in having a well-developed peristome. The peristome is relatively (to the small pitcher size) broad and flat, lying horizontally so that the pitchers open upwards. The pitcher lid in N. dubia is also unique in almost always being bent backwards by more than 180 degrees relative to the pitcher opening. The upper pitchers of this species are generally light green to green-yellow in colour, though orange and red forms exist. Lower pitchers are often more colourful, being orange to red in colour. All pitchers produce especially viscous pitcher fluid similar to that found in N. inermis and a few other Sumatran species. This is hypothesized to enable pitchers to function as flypaper traps as well as typical pitfall traps. The characteristic red to purple tendrils found on the majority of plants are also a notable and interesting feature.Overall both plant and pitchers, while remaining small and elegant, possess lots of interesting detail and are incredibly unique and charming. Cultivation Guidelines:Light: Bright indirect or dappled lightTemperature: True highland conditions. Requires cool night time temperatures.Growing medium: An open, mossy but well-draining mix. A mix of high quality sphagnum moss with horticultural-grade perlite, a bit of good quality peat-moss and pine bark works well. The proportion of Sphagnum in the mix should ideally be quite high.Extra notes on Cultivation: Appreciates high humidity levels.

Eine weiterer hübscher, typischer Vertreter dieser Art von dem Gunung Singgalang in Sumatra.Besonders auffällig bei Nepenthes gymnamphora ist das ungewöhnliche Wuchsverhalten. Wie bei Nepenthes ampullaria werden da viele Kannen simultan direkt auf dem Boden an sehr kurzen Blättern gebildet. Anscheinend ist das auch der Ursprung des Epithetons "gymnamphora", das so viel wie "nackte Kannen" bedeutet, da es aussehen kann, als würden die direkt aus dem Boden entspringen. Interessante Art aus 600-2800 m.ü.M. in Java und Sumatra aus einer Vielzahl von Habitaten.

Hübsche kleine, rote  Form dieser Art. Nepenthes gymnamphora ist auf 600-2800 m.ü.M. in Java und Sumatra anzutreffen. Diese Form stammt vom Gunung Talamau in Sumatra.Die Kannen von N. gymnamphora sind meistens zahlreich an einer Pflanze vertreten. Die Form ist als bauchig-trichterförmig zu beschreiben, das Peristom rot oder orange. Auffällig ist, dass N. gymnamphora, ähnlich wie N. ampullaria, viele Bodenkannen nebeneinander direkt auf dem Boden bildet, meist an ungewöhnlich kleinen Blättern.Das Epitheton "gymnamphora" bedeutet so viel wie "nackte Kannen".Hübsche kleine Art mit einer interessanten Wuchsform.