About
Nepenthes ampullaria is a lowland tropical pitcher plant producing clusters of small, squat, rounded pitchers at ground level � unusual in feeding primarily on leaf litter rather than insects. A fascinating and rewarding pitcher plant for a warm, humid, heated greenhouse or terrarium.
About the genus
Nepenthes, the tropical pitcher plants, are evergreen, mostly epiphytic, insectivorous perennials producing leaves adapted to form pendant, lidded pitchers that trap and digest insects. Grown in warm, humid heated greenhouses and terrariums.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.