Black Toe Tropicals
Nepenthes bicalcarata
Nepenthes bicalcarata
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A classic and must-have lowland species endemic to the coastal peat swamp forests of Borneo. Pitchers are unmistakable - large, squat and bearing a pair of sharp fangs that secrete nectar to lure in prey.
Plants for sale are 60-70cm in leafspan, and about 30-40cm in height. Pictures 4 and 5 show more mature pitchers from the mother plant.
| Family | Nepenthaceae |
| Origin | Badas, Brunei Darussalam |
| Growth Form and Habit | Climber |
| Mature Size | Extra large (>1m leafspan) |
| Growth Rate | Slow-moderate |
| Light | Bright, indirect |
| Humidity | 65-75% |
| Climate | Lowland |
| Watering | Evenly moist to wet |
| Medium | Moisture-retentive, acidic, nutrient-poor |
| Ease of Cultivation | Moderate |
*Pictures are representative and might not be of the exact plant for sale unless otherwise stated. Please refer to the size guide below for an estimate of plant dimensions.*
Size Guide
Size Guide
For all plants excluding Orchids, vines and small/mini species
Small: leafspan of 5-15cm, height 5-8cm
Medium: leafspan of 16-25cm, height 9-15cm
Large and above: >26cm leafspan, height >16cm
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