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Nepenthes truncata
With flat-cut leaf tips and huge pitchers, said to catch rats. A giant species.
Nepenthes truncata is a large carnivorous pitcher plant endemic to Mindanao in the Philippines, found at low to intermediate elevations in montane and sub-montane forests. Its name derives from the distinctively truncated (abruptly cut-off) leaf tips, a feature that gives the foliage an instantly recognizable appearance. The species produces massive pitchers—among the largest of any Philippine Nepenthes—with substantial volumes capable of trapping not only insects but occasionally small vertebrates. As an intermediate to lowland species, N. truncata tolerates a relatively wide temperature range of roughly 20–30°C, making it more accessible than many highland species. It requires sphagnum media, 60–80% humidity, and bright light. Its impressive pitcher size and comparative temperature tolerance have made it one of the most popular Philippine Nepenthes in cultivation.
產地
Mindanao, Philippines, montane to sub-montane forests
壽命
10+ years
體型
Vine 50-200cm
溫度
10〜30℃
濕度
60〜90%
Insects, small animals
Very large
Truncated shape
15-28°C
Large
Advanced. 這是一個高級難度的物種。需要專業設備和精確環境控制的高級飼養技能。
Nepenthes Truncata的理想溫度為10〜30℃。推薦濕度為60〜90%。避免溫度驟變,保持穩定的環境。
Nepenthes Truncata的平均壽命為10+ years。透過適當的護理和營養,牠們可以長壽健康地生活。
Nepenthes Truncata成年後通常可達Vine 50-200cm。大小可能因飼養條件和個體遺傳而異。
Nepenthes Truncata的食物為:Insects, small animals。目標是適當的餵食頻率和均衡的飲食。
Nepenthes Truncata的價格因品系、大小和血統而有很大差異。請查看我們的市場價格頁面獲取最新價格資訊。
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