Nepenthes sanguinea

Also Known As

Pitcher Plant

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous

size

H: 6"-36"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

11-12

Nepenthes sanguinea plant details

Nepenthes sanguinea is an evergreen perennial carnivorous with green and red foliage. red 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 sanguinea

Plant type: perennial carnivorous
Plant family: nepenthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms
Uses: container plant, hanging basket, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nepenthes sanguinea

USDA Zones: 11 - 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

Nepenthes sanguinea, commonly known as Pitcher Plant, is a carnivorous plant with wide-lipped, robust, nectar-rich 'pitchers' that lure insects in and digest them. Truly a wonder of nature! The reddish-orange to blood red 'pitchers' with red-spotted throats grow up to 8" long and hang down from the green foliage. Excellent in a windowsill, hanging basket, or even a closed terrarium! Carnivorous plants survive best in containers. Plant and grow in moist to wet soil mix: 50% peat moss, 50% perlite. Water with pure, low mineral water. Do not fertilize or force feed.