Nepenthes x coccinea

Also Known As

Nepenthes coccinea
Lidded Pitcher Plant
Tropical Asian Pitcher Plant

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous

size

H: 6"-24"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Nepenthes x coccinea plant details

Nepenthes x coccinea is an evergreen perennial carnivorous with green foliage. In summer burgundy and green flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nepenthes x coccinea

Plant type: perennial carnivorous
Plant family: nepenthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and green blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepenthes x coccinea

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Better known as the Lidded Pitcher Plant has wide fleshy leaves producing the most unusual pitcher like vessels at the tips of each leaf. These pitches are green and mottled with red, containing a liquid pepsin which attracts insects. The insects drown in the liquid and digested by the plant. They prefer warmth and humidity, bright light and protection for direct sun. The plant pictured is mature, showing the detail of the pitchers. We sell well-rooted 4" starter plants which will develop into mature plants like the picture.