Nepenthes 'Rebecca Soper'

Nepenthes 'Rebecca Soper' is a popular tropical pitcher plant hybrid created from Nepenthes ramispina and Nepenthes ventricosa. This cross is well known for producing deep-colored pitchers, often ranging from dark red to near black tones under strong light and stable growing conditions.

Each plant is sold as a small starter in a 2.5-inch clear round plastic pot. At this stage, the plant is focused on establishing a strong root system before producing its signature dark pitchers as it matures.

This hybrid is especially appreciated for its combination of elegant pitcher shape and dramatic coloration. Mature plants can develop long-lasting pitchers that add strong visual contrast in any carnivorous plant collection.

Nepenthes 'Rebecca Soper' is generally considered an intermediate Nepenthes hybrid, making it more forgiving than many pure species while still rewarding growers with strong pitcher production when conditions are right.

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Nepenthes 'Rebecca Soper'
• Parentage: Nepenthes ramispina × Nepenthes ventricosa
• Type: Tropical Pitcher Plant Hybrid
• Growing Type: Intermediate
• Plant Size: Small starter plant
• Pot Size: 2.5-inch clear round plastic pot
• Growth Habit: Upright to slightly climbing pitcher plant
• Trap Type: Passive pitfall pitchers
• Notable Trait: Deep red to near-black pitcher coloration

Care Notes

This intermediate Nepenthes hybrid grows best in bright indirect light. Strong light helps encourage deeper coloration and consistent pitcher production.

Use only distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Keep the growing media lightly moist but never waterlogged.

Plants are grown in a nutrient-free tropical pitcher plant mix designed for airflow and moisture balance. Avoid fertilizers, enriched soils, and mineral-rich water sources.

Good humidity and stable temperatures will help this hybrid thrive and produce its characteristic dark pitchers over time.