Nepenthes albomarginata
Ease to Grow: Moderate
Dormancy: No
Native Range: Borneo Lowlands
Zones: 12-13 (11-13)
Nepenthes albomarginata has slender graceful pitchers. The pitcher color vary from purple, red or green, but always has the characteristic white band below the peristome. This is made of hairlike structures or trichomes that attract insects, especially termites, that often fall into the trap to become a meal. N. albomarginata grows naturally in the shade of relatively dense, damp, woody vegetation. In cultivation it does well in moderately bright indirect light. Reduce watering in winter. It is a great house plant, that can be grown outdoors in the warm weather. It is excellent in the terrarium, and suitable for beginners.
Plants are shipped potted. Photographs are representative of species, and not the specific Nepenthes albomarginata for sale.
Height: 18+"
Plant Type: Tropical, Lowland
Soil: Live Sphagnum Moss or Nepenthes Mix
Light: Medium Bright indirect indoors, filtered to partial sun outdoors.
Use: Great house plant for the sunroom or does well in a terrarium or shaded greenhouse.
