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Bongso Pitcher Plant

C$16.49
Nepenthes bongso
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Bongso Pitcher Plant
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Common Name: Bongso Pitcher Plant
Botanical Latin Name: Nepenthes bongso
Alternate Common Names: Nepenthes bongso, Bongso pitcher-plant, Sumatran Nepenthes, Bongso nepenthes, Tropical pitcher plant, Sumatran pitcher plant
Hardiness Zone: 10a
Color: Black

We do not sell Live plants We only sell freshly harvested seeds from small time growers, hobbyists and collectors.

Listing is for 5 Seeds. Bongso Pitcher Plant is a highland Nepenthes grown for oversized, richly colored pitchers with a broad, flared rim that can show striking striping. Pitchers form at the ends of leaves, starting as tendrils that swell into traps; as the plant matures, it can produce different shapes on lower versus climbing growth. The overall look is bold and sculptural, with thick, tubby lower pitchers and dramatic mouths that draw the eye immediately.

As a highland type, it generally responds best to bright, filtered light, high humidity, steady airflow, and moist but not waterlogged media. Many growers aim for warm days paired with noticeably cooler nights, which often supports stronger pitcher formation and coloration. Use low-mineral water and a loose, airy substrate so roots stay oxygenated.

Give the vine a support as it lengthens, and expect the plant to shift into larger, more elaborate traps as it gains size. Stable conditions matter more than quick watering, consistent humidity and gentle watering tend to outperform frequent tinkering. For collectors who want a showpiece Nepenthes with big traps and a wide, flared mouth, Bongso is a standout that rewards careful, steady care.

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