Seed - Nepenthes (lowii x truncata Original Grex) x villosa 7-2026

The mother plant is Nepenthes lowii x truncata from EP’s Original Grex. This is from the same grex that gave us Nepenthes lowii x truncata “Giant,” often considered one of the greatest hybrids ever created.

The parentage combines Nepenthes lowii, known for its strange, funnel shaped upper pitchers and its unusual relationship with tree shrews in habitat, with Nepenthes truncata, one of the largest species in the genus, capable of producing pitchers up to 40 cm tall with a broad, ribbed peristome. This cross is paired with villosa, a species found only on Mount Kinabalu and neighboring Mount Tambuyukon at higher elevation than any other Bornean Nepenthes, known for its dense covering of brown hair and one of the most fiercely toothed peristomes in the entire genus.

Bringing villosa into a lowii x truncata line adds real potential for outstanding peristome development alongside truncata’s size and lowii’s unusual pitcher form. This is an ambitious highland cross combining three of the most desirable species in cultivation, with real potential for something extraordinary as the seedlings mature.

Each pack contains approximately 30 seeds, harvested July 2026.

Care Requirements

Light — Bright indirect light. Avoid intense direct midday sun.

Water — Pure water only, under 50ppm dissolved solids. Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Do not use the tray method.

Soil — Well-draining mix of live sphagnum, perlite, or coco coir. Avoid heavy peat mixes.

Temperature — Highland species: days 70–80°F, nights 45–60°F. Lowland species: warm year-round, 75–90°F. Check your specific plant's requirements.

Humidity — 70–90% preferred. A greenhouse, grow tent, or humid windowsill works well.

Dormancy — Not required. Nepenthes grow year-round with consistent conditions.

The Freshest Seed Around

Each pack contains roughly 30 seeds. We only store seed for a maximum of about four months before it is removed from the site. Each seed listing clearly shows the month it was collected.

Bring home the wonder of carnivorous plants with our premium Nepenthes seed, carefully harvested and handled to ensure maximum freshness and viability. These exotic seeds give you the chance to grow your very own tropical pitcher plants from the very beginning, watching each stage of development from tiny sprout to elegant, insect-catching beauty.

Seed Guarantee

While I cannot guarantee individual success with germination, I only sell seed that is fresh and looks viable to me.