Nepenthes ventricosa (k) x truncata (d)- wide peristome, CAR-0665 frog red pitchers with wide peristomes

red pitchers with wide peristomes

it is the first one sold in the USA

rotundiflora that is vigorous and forgiving in its watering requirements

We had thought this was a potential virus on the mother plant but now see it's likely a genetic trait passed down since diseases and pests would not have transferred with the seed it produced

The backs of the leaves stay deep purple

Nepenthes ventricosa (k) x truncata (d)- wide peristome, CAR-0665 frog red pitchers with wide peristomesNepenthes ventricosa (k) x truncata (d) wide peristome, CAR 0665. Combining two classic species that are robust and easy going, this low maintenance Nepenthes hybrid creates the ideal carnivorous plant to brighten up your space. See our Nepenthes growing guide for more information on how to grow them. This pitcher plant is considered a Intermediate Tropical plant. Please see our Shipping and Guarantees policy for cold hot weather shipping guidelines.