Offer
Provide additional details about the offer you're running.
FLASHSALE
Live Nepenthes Pitcher Plant - Tropical Carnivorous Monkey Cup
Regular price
$44.99
Size
Nepenthes Monkey Cup Carnivorous Plant
The Nepenthes, commonly known as the Monkey Cup plant, is a fascinating carnivorous houseplant that brings tropical intrigue into your indoor space. This living conversation piece features distinctive pitcher-shaped traps that emerge from delicate tendrils, creating a striking architectural display.
Distinctive Pitcher Traps
From its tendrils you'll see globe- or tube-shaped protrusions that act as traps. In the tropics, monkeys are often seen drinking rainwater from these "pitchers" which is how it got its most popular nicknames. These specialized structures are modified leaves that function as natural insect-catching mechanisms, making this plant a self-sufficient predator that adds both beauty and biological interest to your collection.
Carnivorous Plant Care
As a carnivorous species, the Nepenthes has adapted to nutrient-poor environments by developing its pitcher traps. The plant produces digestive enzymes within each pitcher to break down captured insects, supplementing its nutritional needs. This natural feeding process means you don't need to fertilize as frequently as traditional houseplants.
Tropical Origin and Growth Habit
Native to tropical regions, this Nepenthes thrives in warm, humid conditions similar to its natural rainforest habitat. The plant produces pitchers continuously as it grows, with each trap lasting several months before naturally browning and being replaced by new growth. The climbing or trailing growth habit makes it suitable for hanging baskets or elevated displays where the pitchers can develop freely.
Living Indoor Display
The Monkey Cup plant serves as a functional piece of natural art in your home. Each pitcher develops unique coloring and patterns, ranging from green to burgundy tones depending on light exposure and maturity. The pitchers typically hold rainwater or humidity condensation, creating miniature ecosystems that occasionally attract and trap small flying insects naturally present in indoor environments.
Product Specifications
- Botanical Name: Nepenthes
- Common Names: Monkey Cup
- Description: From its tendrils you'll see globe- or tube-shaped protrusions that act as traps. In the tropics, monkeys are often seen drinking rainwater from these "pitchers" which is how it got its most popular nicknames.
This live potted plant arrives ready to display and begin producing new pitchers as it acclimates to your indoor environment. The Nepenthes represents a unique addition to any plant collection, offering both aesthetic appeal and the educational opportunity to observe carnivorous plant behavior firsthand.
Live Nepenthes Pitcher Plant - Tropical Carnivorous Monkey Cup
Regular price
$44.99
Size
Nepenthes Monkey Cup Carnivorous Plant
The Nepenthes, commonly known as the Monkey Cup plant, is a fascinating carnivorous houseplant that brings tropical intrigue into your indoor space. This living conversation piece features distinctive pitcher-shaped traps that emerge from delicate tendrils, creating a striking architectural display.
Distinctive Pitcher Traps
From its tendrils you'll see globe- or tube-shaped protrusions that act as traps. In the tropics, monkeys are often seen drinking rainwater from these "pitchers" which is how it got its most popular nicknames. These specialized structures are modified leaves that function as natural insect-catching mechanisms, making this plant a self-sufficient predator that adds both beauty and biological interest to your collection.
Carnivorous Plant Care
As a carnivorous species, the Nepenthes has adapted to nutrient-poor environments by developing its pitcher traps. The plant produces digestive enzymes within each pitcher to break down captured insects, supplementing its nutritional needs. This natural feeding process means you don't need to fertilize as frequently as traditional houseplants.
Tropical Origin and Growth Habit
Native to tropical regions, this Nepenthes thrives in warm, humid conditions similar to its natural rainforest habitat. The plant produces pitchers continuously as it grows, with each trap lasting several months before naturally browning and being replaced by new growth. The climbing or trailing growth habit makes it suitable for hanging baskets or elevated displays where the pitchers can develop freely.
Living Indoor Display
The Monkey Cup plant serves as a functional piece of natural art in your home. Each pitcher develops unique coloring and patterns, ranging from green to burgundy tones depending on light exposure and maturity. The pitchers typically hold rainwater or humidity condensation, creating miniature ecosystems that occasionally attract and trap small flying insects naturally present in indoor environments.
Product Specifications
- Botanical Name: Nepenthes
- Common Names: Monkey Cup
- Description: From its tendrils you'll see globe- or tube-shaped protrusions that act as traps. In the tropics, monkeys are often seen drinking rainwater from these "pitchers" which is how it got its most popular nicknames.
This live potted plant arrives ready to display and begin producing new pitchers as it acclimates to your indoor environment. The Nepenthes represents a unique addition to any plant collection, offering both aesthetic appeal and the educational opportunity to observe carnivorous plant behavior firsthand.