Nepenthes ventricosa × mapuluensis

Nepenthes ventricosa × mapuluensis

This sought-after hybrid was originally created by Exotica Plants, Australia and later distributed as Wistuba Clone 01. Offered here is a rooted cutting taken from our established mother plant, giving collectors the opportunity to own a proven clone without waiting years for a seedling to mature.

Widely regarded as one of the most successful early Nepenthes mapuluensis hybrids, it combines the vigorous growth and forgiving nature of Nepenthes ventricosa with the distinctive pitcher shape, heavy spotting and dramatic jagged peristome influence of Nepenthes mapuluensis.

What makes this plant stand out

• Original Wistuba Clone 01 — derived from the famous Exotica Plants hybrid
• Rooted cutting from our established mother plant — proven genetics with active growth
• Developing pitchers already present — showing early characteristics of the clone
• Bold mature pitcher potential — mature plants develop large cylindrical pitchers with dark spotting and a jagged red peristome
• Excellent hybrid vigour — faster and easier than many pure species
• Approximately 10cm leafspan — established rooted cutting with active growth
• One plant, one listing — WYSIWYG; you receive the exact plant photographed

About the photographs

The first photographs show the exact rooted cutting currently available.

The final photographs show the established mother plant from which this cutting was taken. These mature pitcher images are provided as a reference and demonstrate the impressive pitcher shape, dark spotting and jagged peristome that can develop as the plant matures.

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 growing setup upon arrival.

Growing notes

This is one of the easiest collector hybrids to grow and performs exceptionally well under typical South African intermediate conditions. It adapts readily to bright windowsills, terrariums, grow tents and greenhouses where humidity and airflow are balanced.

The ventricosa influence provides excellent vigour while the mapuluensis parent contributes the dramatic pitcher shape and bold markings that make this hybrid so desirable.

Quick FAQ

What size plant will I receive?
This is a WYSIWYG listing. You will receive the exact rooted cutting photographed, currently measuring approximately 10cm across.

Is this a rooted cutting or seed-grown plant?
This is a rooted cutting taken from our established Wistuba Clone 01 mother plant.

Are the mature pitcher photographs included?
Yes. The mature pitcher images show the mother plant from which this cutting was taken and are provided as a reference for future pitcher development.

Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. Thanks to its strong ventricosa parentage, this hybrid is considerably easier than many collector species and is often recommended as an introduction to more unusual Nepenthes.

How large do the pitchers become?
Mature plants develop large cylindrical pitchers with heavy spotting and a prominent jagged red peristome.

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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