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Nepenthes singalana
A highland Nepenthes from Sumatra with rounded pitchers and beautiful red coloring.
Nepenthes singalana is a highland species native to the volcanic peaks of Sumatra, Indonesia, particularly Gunung Singgalang and adjacent mountains, at altitudes of approximately 1,800–3,000 m. It produces attractively rounded pitchers with red to deep purple coloration, highly sought after by collectors for their ornamental appeal. The species inhabits mossy montane grasslands and forest margins frequently shrouded in cloud. As a highland plant, it requires a significant day-to-night temperature differential in cultivation: approximately 18–25°C by day and 8–15°C at night. Sphagnum-based media with good aeration and humidity maintained at 70–90% are essential for reliable pitcher production. Among highland Nepenthes, N. singalana is considered moderately difficult to cultivate.
Origen
Sumatra, Indonesia, montane to sub-alpine zones at approximately 1,800–3,000 m elevation
Esperanza de vida
10+ years
Tamaño
Vine 20-80cm
Temperatura
10〜30℃
Humedad
60〜90%
Insects
Round and red
12-25°C
High humidity essential
Highland
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Nepenthes Singalana 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 Singalana es 10+ years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Nepenthes Singalana típicamente alcanza Vine 20-80cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Nepenthes Singalana se alimenta de: Insects. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Nepenthes Singalana varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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