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5.0 out of 5 (3 experiences)


Also known as
Nepenthes 'gaya'
Taxonomy
Nepenthes x gaya
Nepenthes
Nepenthaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Nepenthes Monkey Jars

How often to water your Nepenthes Monkey Jars

every 7
Nepenthes Monkey Jars needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t 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

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Finding light for Nepenthes Monkey Jars in your home

a window
Nepenthes Monkey Jars love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Nepenthes Monkey Jars does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Nepenthes Monkey Jars in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Nepenthes Monkey Jars

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Nepenthes Monkey Jars after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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