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Nepenthes maxima
A beautiful Nepenthes from Sulawesi with large pitchers and diverse color forms, relatively hardy.
Nepenthes maxima is a species distributed across Sulawesi and New Guinea in Indonesia, occurring across a broad altitudinal range from lowland to high montane forests. It is notable for producing highly variable pitchers in terms of both shape and coloration—ranging from green to deep red and purple—making it a popular species for collectors seeking diverse forms. As an intermediate to highland species, it tolerates a relatively wide temperature range of approximately 15–30°C with moderate humidity (60–80%). Cultivation uses sphagnum-based media; growth is somewhat slow but the plant eventually produces large, striking pitchers. Its adaptability and color diversity have earned it a lasting place in carnivorous plant collections.
Origen
Sulawesi and New Guinea (Indonesia), lowland to highland forests
Esperanza de vida
10+ years
Tamaño
Vine 30-150cm
Temperatura
10〜30℃
Humedad
60〜90%
Insects
Large and diverse
15-30°C
Relatively hardy
Many color forms
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
La temperatura ideal para Nepenthes Maxima es 10〜30℃. La humedad recomendada es 60〜90%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Nepenthes Maxima es 10+ years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Nepenthes Maxima típicamente alcanza Vine 30-150cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Nepenthes Maxima se alimenta de: Insects. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Nepenthes Maxima varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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