Nepenthes singalana × ventricosa 'Bill Bailey'

Nepenthes 'Bill Bailey'

Nepenthes 'Bill Bailey' is a selected hybrid of Nepenthes singalana × ventricosa, known for being vigorous, adaptable and easy to grow. This exact plant is an established rooted basal division separated from our long-term mother plant - a female specimen used in our own breeding stock.

This hybrid combines the darker pitcher colour and highland influence of N. singalana with the strong growth, reliability and beginner-friendly nature of N. ventricosa. Mature pitchers are typically deep red to burgundy, with a rounded ventricosa influence and a bright, neatly defined peristome.

What makes this plant stand out

• Selected cultivar — Nepenthes singalana × ventricosa, commonly known as Bill Bailey
• Established rooted basal division — separated from our long-term mother plant and growing independently
• Female breeding stock parent — propagated from one of our established collection plants
• Easy intermediate hybrid — vigorous, forgiving and suitable for beginners
• 9-10cm leafspan — compact young plant with juvenile pitchers developing
• One plant, one listing — WYSIWYG; you receive the exact plant photographed

About the photographs

The first photographs show the exact established rooted basal division currently available.

The mature pitcher image shows our mother plant and is included as a reference for the deeper red pitcher colour and mature form this clone can develop with time.

Shipped bareroot — the collector's way

This plant ships bareroot with roots wrapped in moist sphagnum moss. Bareroot shipping reduces transit stress, protects the root system and allows you to pot the plant directly into your preferred Nepenthes mix or growing setup upon arrival.

Growing notes

This is a very easy intermediate Nepenthes that adapts well to normal household conditions. It performs well on a bright windowsill, in a terrarium, greenhouse cabinet, grow tent or sheltered indoor growing space with good airflow.

Its current size makes it especially useful for terrariums and smaller setups, while the ventricosa influence gives it the vigour and reliability that make Bill Bailey such a rewarding plant to grow.

Quick FAQ

What size plant will I receive?
This is a WYSIWYG listing. You will receive the exact plant photographed, currently measuring approximately 9cm leafspan with juvenile pitchers developing.

Is this a basal division?
Yes. This plant originated as a basal shoot and was separated from our long-term mother plant. It has its own established root system, active growth and juvenile pitchers developing.

Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. Bill Bailey is a very easy, beginner-friendly Nepenthes that handles normal household and intermediate growing conditions well.

Can I grow this in a terrarium?
Yes. At this size, it is ideal for a terrarium, greenhouse cabinet or high-humidity growing setup. With bright light and stable conditions, it should grow quickly and produce more impressive pitchers as it matures.

Why does it ship bareroot?
Bareroot shipping is the preferred method for collector Nepenthes. Roots are wrapped in moist sphagnum moss to reduce stress during transit and allow you to choose your own preferred growing setup.

Can I only buy one?
Yes. This is a once-off collector listing featuring the exact plant shown in the photographs.

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