{"product_id":"nepenthes-lowii-x-ventricosa-red","title":"Nepenthes Lowii x Ventricosa 'Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepenthes lowii x ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red' is a striking tropical pitcher plant hybrid that combines the unusual traits of \u003cem\u003eNepenthes lowii\u003c\/em\u003e with the vigor and ease of growth of \u003cem\u003eNepenthes ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e. This results in a hardy plant that produces colorful pitchers with strong red tones under good lighting and stable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach plant is sold as a small starter in a 2.5-inch clear round plastic pot. At this stage, the plant is focused on root establishment and will gradually begin producing pitchers as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMature pitchers can develop a more robust shape influenced by \u003cem\u003eNepenthes ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e, while also showing unique structural traits inherited from \u003cem\u003eNepenthes lowii\u003c\/em\u003e, making this hybrid especially interesting for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid is generally considered an intermediate Nepenthes, making it more forgiving than many highland species while still offering impressive pitcher development when grown under good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem\u003eNepenthes lowii x ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParentage: \u003cem\u003eNepenthes lowii\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003eNepenthes ventricosa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Tropical Pitcher Plant Hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Type: Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Size: Small starter plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot Size: 2.5-inch clear round plastic pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright to climbing pitcher plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrap Type: Passive pitfall pitchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotable Trait: Red-toned pitchers with hybrid characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis intermediate Nepenthes hybrid grows best in bright indirect light. Good lighting helps enhance red coloration and encourages consistent pitcher production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse only distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Keep the growing media lightly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are grown in a nutrient-free tropical pitcher plant mix designed for airflow and moisture balance. Avoid fertilizers, enriched potting soils, and mineral-rich water sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStable humidity and moderate temperatures will support healthy growth and long-term pitcher development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carnivorous Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53463825187129,"sku":"NEPH-LOWXVEN-RED-001","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/carnivoroussupply.com\/products\/nepenthes-lowii-x-ventricosa-red","provider":"Carnivorous Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}