Nepenthes gymnamphora - Intermediate Tropical Pitcher Plant garden The Calathea Insignis

The Calathea Insignis

smooth but pebbled that cling to the pulp

In addition to its pesticidal properties

A well-draining soil is important

Kawano is a heavy cropper producing large crops of excellent fruit in winter

Nepenthes gymnamphora - Intermediate Tropical Pitcher Plant garden The Calathea InsignisNepenthes gymnamphora, native to Java and Sumatra, is notable for its distinctive growth pattern. Similar to Nepenthes ampullaria, it produces numerous pitchers simultaneously at ground level on very short leaves. This unique trait is likely the basis for the name "gymnamphora," meaning "naked pitchers," as the pitchers appear to arise directly from the soil. Skill Level: Easy. Light: Shaded sun or a bright spot. Water: From above, keep moss damp at