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Taxonomy
Nepenthes 'Bloody Mary'
Nepenthes
Nepenthaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant

How often to water your Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant

every 7
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
7

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant in your home

a window
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant in your home š”.

How to fertilize Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant 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
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant 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
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant 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
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant is native to Old World Tropics.
Care Summary for Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant
Bloody Mary Pitcher Plant
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
