Nepenthes maxima x ramispina, BE-3740 Shipping Options:unpotted being large with a flared

being large with a flared peristome when in the lower stage and then exhibiting a more lowi-esque form in the uppers

flared peristome on these

these plants benefit nutritionally by functioning as lavatories for tree shrews as the animals lick the exudate (sugar) from their lids

The male parent is our incredible Nepenthes spathulata x jacquelineae which is the best clone selected by Borneo Exotics for its deep cherry color

Nepenthes platychila is best grown as an intermediate

Nepenthes maxima x ramispina, BE-3740 Shipping Options:unpotted being large with a flaredWeve always been fans of exceptionally dark colored, robust Nepenthes. Izumiae, leonardoi, robcantleyi and forms of bongso naga all fall into this category. But these species can be tricky in their requirements and are mostly slow growing. Ramispina isnt as exacting in its requirements and exhibits the deep purple coloration we love but the pitchers are more elegant than robust. Heres a cross which weve been ever more pleasantly surprised with the