{"product_id":"nepenthes-st-gaya","title":"Nepenthes 'St. Gaya'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'St. Gaya' is one of the most popular tropical pitcher plant hybrids thanks to its vigorous growth, impressive pitcher production, and beginner-friendly care. This hybrid is a cross between \u003cem\u003eNepenthes khasiana\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e (ventricosa × maxima), combining the hardiness of its parents with beautifully speckled pitchers that can develop rich shades of red, burgundy, and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plant is sold as a small starter in a 2.5-inch clear round plastic pot. While young, these plants establish quickly and will begin producing larger, more colorful pitchers as they mature under proper growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'St. Gaya' is considered an \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for windowsills, grow tents, greenhouses, and indoor growing. It tolerates a wider range of temperatures than many Nepenthes species and is well known for producing pitchers consistently, even for newer growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts heavily speckled pitchers, striped peristome, and reliable growth have made 'St. Gaya' one of the most recommended Nepenthes hybrids for anyone looking to start or expand their carnivorous plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'St. Gaya'\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Tropical Pitcher Plant Hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Type: Beginner\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, eventually climbing vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrap Type: Passive pitfall pitchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotable Trait: Heavily speckled pitchers with excellent pitcher production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Nepenthes hybrid thrives in bright indirect light. Higher light levels encourage stronger pitcher production and more vibrant coloration while avoiding prolonged direct afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only distilled water, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water. Keep the growing media evenly moist but never saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are grown in a nutrient-free sphagnum based mix custom for nepenthes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'St. Gaya' appreciates moderate to high humidity but is more forgiving than many species, making it an excellent choice for growers of all experience levels. As the plant matures, it will produce increasingly large pitchers and eventually develop a climbing vine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carnivorous Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54291843580217,"sku":"NEPH-STGA-HYB-001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/2256\/6969\/files\/F9ED2DD9-ED35-4A38-99CD-131B9A33B66A.jpg?v=1782493427","url":"https:\/\/carnivoroussupply.com\/products\/nepenthes-st-gaya","provider":"Carnivorous Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}