Nepenthes naga Dark
Nepenthes naga is a recently described species from the Barisan range in Indonesia. There’s a lot of similarities between this species and bongso but the distinguishing characteristics are leaf shape and an amazing sub-apical lid appendage reminiscent of the shape of a dragon tongue, thus the name "naga" which translates to "dragon" in Bahasa Indonesia. We’ve observed some plants growing in mid elevation forest so we tried growing them under intermediate conditions where they have thrived (although they also like our highland greenhouse as well).
The plants for sale are seed grown. And although not all naga are uniform in color, there seems to be some populations with incredibly dark pitchers. We’ve included photos of our larger plants. They tend to produce plum coloration as they open and then fade to purple/black as they age. They have a waxy texture which serves to reflect light off the peristome. It’s hard to capture the full beauty of these plants even with a DSLR camera.
This product is considered a Highland Tropical plant. Please see our Shipping and Guarantees policy for cold/hot weather shipping guidelines.
Most of our products come with multiple shipping options. For those that are unpotted, you can add Pots and Soil or Hanging Baskets a la carte.
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
Extra small (XS) - <2" leafspan
Small - 2"-3" leafspan
Medium - 3"-6" leafspan
Large - 6"-12" leafspan
Extra Large (XL) - >12" leafspan
XXL - Huge plants that are vining and of flowering size
See our sizing guide for more information.
Extra small (XS) - <2" leafspan
Small - 2"-3" leafspan
Medium - 3"-6" leafspan
Large - 6"-12" leafspan
Extra Large (XL) - >12" leafspan
XXL - Huge plants that are vining and of flowering size
See our sizing guide for more information.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
Nepenthes naga Dark
Nepenthes naga is a recently described species from the Barisan range in Indonesia. There’s a lot of similarities between this species and bongso but the distinguishing characteristics are leaf shape and an amazing sub-apical lid appendage reminiscent of the shape of a dragon tongue, thus the name "naga" which translates to "dragon" in Bahasa Indonesia. We’ve observed some plants growing in mid elevation forest so we tried growing them under intermediate conditions where they have thrived (although they also like our highland greenhouse as well).
The plants for sale are seed grown. And although not all naga are uniform in color, there seems to be some populations with incredibly dark pitchers. We’ve included photos of our larger plants. They tend to produce plum coloration as they open and then fade to purple/black as they age. They have a waxy texture which serves to reflect light off the peristome. It’s hard to capture the full beauty of these plants even with a DSLR camera.
This product is considered a Highland Tropical plant. Please see our Shipping and Guarantees policy for cold/hot weather shipping guidelines.
Most of our products come with multiple shipping options. For those that are unpotted, you can add Pots and Soil or Hanging Baskets a la carte.
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
| Temp | Day temperatures in the 70s with a drop to the 50s at night. |
| Light | 12-14 hours of bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | High humidity is recommended, but nepenthes can be bag acclimated to ambient household humidity. Check our bag acclimation guide for details. |
| Watering | Water with pure distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. We recommend top watering Nepenthes. |
Extra small (XS) - <2" leafspan
Small - 2"-3" leafspan
Medium - 3"-6" leafspan
Large - 6"-12" leafspan
Extra Large (XL) - >12" leafspan
XXL - Huge plants that are vining and of flowering size
See our sizing guide for more information.
Extra small (XS) - <2" leafspan
Small - 2"-3" leafspan
Medium - 3"-6" leafspan
Large - 6"-12" leafspan
Extra Large (XL) - >12" leafspan
XXL - Huge plants that are vining and of flowering size
See our sizing guide for more information.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
