| Parameter |
Optimal Conditions |
Notes |
| Light |
Bright indirect sun to 4–6 h morning sun |
Avoid hot midday rays—leaves scorch easily. |
| Temperature |
Day 18–25 °C · Night 5–15 °C |
Needs cool roots; thrives in spring/fall temps. |
| Root Zone |
< 18 °C preferred |
Stand pot in flowing, ice-pack-cooled water in summer. |
| Humidity |
50–80 % |
High humidity aids new pitcher formation. |
| Water |
Constantly moist with pure water (rain, RO, or distilled) |
Flush tray weekly to prevent mineral build-up. |
| Substrate |
50 % long-fiber sphagnum / 50 % perlite or pumice |
No fertilizers or limestone content. |
| Dormancy |
3–4 months at 2–7 °C in winter |
Reduce water (keep damp, not flooded); essential for long-term health. |
| Feeding |
Relies on captured insects |
No fertiliser; occasional wingless fruit flies indoors. |
| Pot |
10–15 cm plastic pot with drainage holes |
Tall enough to keep roots cool and wet. |
| Propagation |
Division of offshoots in early spring |
Keep divisions shaded & humid until re-established. |
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