Nepenthes campanulata, BE-3044
Nepenthes campanulata is one of the most unique species in the genus and one of our favorites. It is adapted to live on vertical limestone cliff faces throughout Sarawak and East Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. It was believed to be extinct for decades due to catastrophic wildfires near its type locale. However, plants had been growing on vertical cliff faces in front of a major eco-tourist destination (Deer Cave at Mulu National Park) all along. Since the plants prefer such out of reach growing sites, they remained unnoticed for decades. In an exciting recent development, field observations have been made from afar of campanulata-like plants growing on vertical limestone cliffs on the Phillipine island of Palawan. So perhaps the species range is much more extensive than originally believed.
Nepenthes campanulata is a compact grower that reaches maturity at 6”-8” across or smaller. It produces monomorphic pitchers (no distinct uppers) and does not produce climbing stems, instead preferring to spread amongst the limestone cliffs via underground basal shoots. Its compact size makes it ideal for terrariums on windowsills or under grow lights. We have found this species does best in intermediate tropical conditions with slightly more shade than other Nepenthes. The cooler temperature preference has been puzzling since it grows at sea level; however, perhaps the shade of the cliffs and the cool water dripping through the limestone give it a preference for a cooler micro-climate. Though many people supplement its potting mixes with mineral soils, it doesn’t seem absolutely necessarily as we have seen beautiful specimens cultivated in completely organic media (such as sphagnum moss or coco husk). The plants for sale are Borneo Exotics, BE-3044. They are a mix of assorted clones with both males and females.
This product is considered a Lowland 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.
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.
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. |
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
Nepenthes campanulata, BE-3044
Nepenthes campanulata is one of the most unique species in the genus and one of our favorites. It is adapted to live on vertical limestone cliff faces throughout Sarawak and East Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. It was believed to be extinct for decades due to catastrophic wildfires near its type locale. However, plants had been growing on vertical cliff faces in front of a major eco-tourist destination (Deer Cave at Mulu National Park) all along. Since the plants prefer such out of reach growing sites, they remained unnoticed for decades. In an exciting recent development, field observations have been made from afar of campanulata-like plants growing on vertical limestone cliffs on the Phillipine island of Palawan. So perhaps the species range is much more extensive than originally believed.
Nepenthes campanulata is a compact grower that reaches maturity at 6”-8” across or smaller. It produces monomorphic pitchers (no distinct uppers) and does not produce climbing stems, instead preferring to spread amongst the limestone cliffs via underground basal shoots. Its compact size makes it ideal for terrariums on windowsills or under grow lights. We have found this species does best in intermediate tropical conditions with slightly more shade than other Nepenthes. The cooler temperature preference has been puzzling since it grows at sea level; however, perhaps the shade of the cliffs and the cool water dripping through the limestone give it a preference for a cooler micro-climate. Though many people supplement its potting mixes with mineral soils, it doesn’t seem absolutely necessarily as we have seen beautiful specimens cultivated in completely organic media (such as sphagnum moss or coco husk). The plants for sale are Borneo Exotics, BE-3044. They are a mix of assorted clones with both males and females.
This product is considered a Lowland 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.
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.
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. |
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.
All plants have a live arrival guaranteed. More information here.