Plants You Receive

General Care

Type of Plant: Tropical pitcher plant for windowsill growing.
Native Habitat: Flat mountain tops of Venezuela.
Sunlight: Partial to full sun.
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less).  Allow water to drain through.
Soil: Equal parts dried sphagnum moss and perlite.  No garden soil, compost, or fertilizer.
Temperatures: Mild day temperatures.  Avoid excessive heat and scorching sunlight.  Nighttime temperature of 50°-65°F is recommended.  Always protect from frost.

Best for the experienced grower.

As a native to the mountaintops of Venezuela, Heliamphora prefers full to partial sunlight and mild daytime temperatures (65° to 80°F). It will tolerate hotter conditions, but protect from scorching afternoon sun. During summer, you may see slower growth, but the plant will pick up again when the temperatures moderates. Constant high humidity isn't necessary. At our nursery, we've seen this plant acclimate to relative humidity below 40%.

Compared to other carnivorous plants, Heliamphora grows very slowly, which probably contributes to its mystique. If you're a patient grower, you will undoubtedly enjoy growing this rare and stunning plant.

Heliamphora heterodoxa x nutans
This hybrid is relatively easy to grow. Adult specimens will produce pitchers 4-8 inches tall. The pitchers are cylindrical with very minimal flare. Look for flowers in late winter and early spring.

Plants You Receive

Natural Habitat

Type of Plant

Size of Adult Plants

Sunlight

Water

Soil

Day Temperature

Night Temperature