Nepenthes ampullaria 'Black Miracle' Specimen ID:Plant 42 (3 growth points) Nepenthes merrilliana is a contender

Nepenthes merrilliana is a contender for largest pitchers in the genus whereas glabrata produces diminutive pitchers that are so intricately patterned they look hand painted

This is a hybrid between 2 of the most unique species in the genus

Cephalotus is native to Western Australia where it grows along the seashores on the coast in mediterranean-like climates

This plant will best be grown in highland conditions

This cross produces deep red

Nepenthes ampullaria 'Black Miracle' Specimen ID:Plant 42 (3 growth points) Nepenthes merrilliana is a contenderThis is an amazing cultivar of Nepenthes ampullaria originally from Indonesia and distributed to nurseries throughout Asia before coming to the USA. This is the same clone called "OMB2" from Thailand. The cultivar description can be found on the ICPS page here. The pitcher body is deep purple black with striking lime purple striping. On top of that, the leaves exhibit a black "variegation" which is expressed in varying amounts based on the plant's