Accession #: 198501189
Accession Date: 1985-12-31
Common name: The Great Pitcher Plant
Family: Nepenthaceae
Synonym(s): Unresolved name - perhaps synonymous with N. celebica or N. curtisii??
Country of Origin: Borneo, New Guinea
Description: Nepenthes maxima is a highland species occuring principally above 1000 meters (3250ft). This carnivorous plant is grown for the aesthetic value of its urn traps. The urns have a wide peristome and a marbled appearence. The prey can be butterflies, but are usually smaller insects.
Uses:
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USDA Zone: 11
Source: Unknown
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Culture:
<ul> <li><B>Size</B> - can reach 10 feet <li><B>Light</B> - full sun for outdoor cultivation, filtered light for indoors <li><B>Water</B> - compost and atmosphere must be very moist and humid </ul>
