Plant Care Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Taxonomy

Nepenthes Rebecca Soper
Nepenthes
Nepenthaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

💦 Water

How often to water your Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Water needs for Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa
0.5 cups
every 7

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Water 0.5 cups every
7

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.


🪴 Soil

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.


💩 Fertilizer

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa is native to Old World Tropics.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa

Nepenthes X 'Rebecca Soper' - Nepenthes gracillima 'Dark Red' X ventricosa


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 7 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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