Nepenthes maxima
Tropical pitcher plant
A tropical carnivorous plant, the Pitcher plant is distinguished by its large colored urns that capture insects.
Visible in the garden
's Species Profile
A spectacular carnivorous plant, the Pitcher plant is appreciated for its urn-shaped traps and its liana growth. It is visible in the orchid area at the Valombreuse Botanical Garden.
Family:
Nepenthaceae
Geographical origin:
Southeast Asia (Papua, Indonesia)
Size:
Liane that can reach several meters
Flowering:
Discreet, not very ornamental
Habitat:
Tropical rainforests, often high up
Class:
Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons)
Order:
Caryophyllales
A carnivorous plant with impressive pitfalls
The Tropical Pitcher Plant is a carnivorous plant that produces large, hanging urns filled with digestive fluid. These traps attract insects thanks to their color and nectar. Once inside, the prey is digested, allowing the plant to supplement its nutrient intake.
This plant enjoys high humidity, filtered light, and a warm atmosphere. Like the Nepenthes Miranda, it is often grown for its spectacular appearance. It is an ideal educational plant for understanding the functioning of carnivorous plants.
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