Heliamphora ionasi Killer Giant

Tepui Titan Unleashed: Heliamphora ionasi Killer Giant

Conquer the cloud-shrouded peaks of Venezuela’s Ilu and Tramen tepuis with Heliamphora ionasi Killer Giant, a monstrous mutation that’s redefining “giant” in the sun pitcher world. Clocking in as one of the tallest in the genus—pitching up to 20+ inches in the wild—this killer clone pushes the envelope with exaggerated, flask-like trumpets that flare dramatically at the rim, scooping up ants, wasps, and beetles in a nectar-drenched frenzy. Discovered in 1978 at 1,800–2,500 meters, H. ionasi thrives in the nutrient-poor bogs of the Guiana Shield, its elongated pitchers lined with translucent windows that lure prey deeper into the digestive doom. The “Killer Giant” phenotype? It’s the overachiever—thicker walls, bolder flares, and a relentless vigor that turns modest divisions into towering sentinels of carnivory.

Tepui Taming Guide:

•  Light: High-intensity grow lights or full sun (5–7 hours direct); 3,000–5,000 foot-candles to fuel that killer growth spurt.

•  Humidity & Temp: 85–100% RH; 68–78°F days, chilling to 45–55°F nights—replicate the highland drop for epic pitcher formation.

•  Soil & Water: Long-fiber live sphagnum; perpetual tray watering with pure, low-TDS water—stagnant pools inside pitchers are key.

•  Feeding: Self-digesting via rainwater bacteria; skip the extras to avoid overwhelming the system.

Plant Specs:

•  Size: Established division

•  Pot Size: shipped Bare-root, be sure to have a 6 inch pot ready  

•  Growth Habit: Clumping behemoth; forms dense, pitcher-packed clusters over time

•  Rarity: Killer Giant form—extremely scarce, a trophy for serious Heliamphora aficionados

Don’t let this tepui terror tower elsewhere—secure your Killer Giant and watch your collection ascend to legendary status. Order now and claim the heights!