Nepenthes burkei (Mt Halcon, Philippines)

Nepenthes burkei — Mt Halcon, Philippines

A pure species with serious collector credentials. This seed-grown N. burkei originates from Mt Halcon — one of the most botanically significant localities in the Philippines — and was imported directly from C. Klein in Germany before being grown on and fully acclimatised in our own collection.

The result is a robust, established plant that has already done the hard work. At 12–14cm leaf span with developing pitchers, it is ready to settle into a collector’s setup and continue growing from there.

What makes this plant stand out

• Genuine Mt Halcon provenance — locality seed-grown stock, not generic nursery material
• Imported and grown on — sourced from C. Klein in Germany, one of Europe's most respected Nepenthes specialists, and established over time in our own collection
• Established specimen — 12–14cm leaf span with developing pitchers
• Striking pitchers — yellow-green bodies with red flecking and a bold red peristome; pitchers reach up to 15cm at maturity
• Intermediate grower — tolerates a wide temperature range, making it one of the more adaptable pure species available
• One plant, one listing — WYSIWYG; you receive the exact plant photographed

Shipped bareroot — the collector's way

This plant ships bareroot with roots wrapped in moist sphagnum moss — arrives healthy, roots intact and ready to pot into your own mix exactly the way you want it. Bareroot shipping reduces transit stress, keeps the root zone healthy and gives you full control over substrate and setup from day one. It's the method trusted by serious growers worldwide and it's how we ensure your plant arrives in the best possible condition.

Growing notes

N. burkei thrives in bright indirect light with good airflow and intermediate temperatures. Aim for warm days around 22–30°C and cooler nights around 15–20°C. It is suitable for a large open terrarium, a north-facing windowsill or a dedicated growing space.

This is one of the more forgiving pure species and a great choice for collectors wanting a locality plant that is still manageable in typical intermediate conditions.

Quick FAQ

What size is the plant I'll receive?
This is a WYSIWYG listing — the exact plant photographed is the one you'll receive. Current size is approximately 12–14cm leaf span with developing pitchers.

Where does this plant come from?
This N. burkei is seed-grown from Mt Halcon locality stock and was imported from C. Klein in Germany. It has been grown on and fully acclimatised in our own collection before listing.

Why does it ship bareroot?
Bareroot shipping means the plant is sent without a pot or soil, with the roots wrapped in moist sphagnum moss. This keeps shipping safer, protects the root zone and lets you pot the plant into your own preferred Nepenthes mix or growing setup.

Is N. burkei difficult to grow?
Not too difficult for a collector plant. It handles intermediate conditions well, especially with bright indirect light, good airflow and cooler nights. It is more forgiving than many highland Nepenthes species.

Can I only buy one?
Yes — this is a once-off, single-plant listing. Once it's gone, it's gone.

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