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Pitcher Plant (Nepenthes Gaya Buddha)

Sale price  ₹ 1,099.00 Regular price  ₹ 2,599.00
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Nepenthes Gaya Buddha is one interesting plant that attracts humans and insects alike. A truly unique and variable plant, it is perhaps not the best option for a novice grower. This plant is a hybrid plant of Nepenthes X St Gaya [N. khasiana x (ventricosa x maxima)] Therefore it will make a great choice for the enthusiast. The plant comes in a hanging plastic pot and is ready to start catching those flies!

Size Details

1 Pitcher Plant (Nepenthes Gaya Buddha)

Size: 8-12 Inches
(Plant sizes may vary slightly based on seasonal growth, individual plant characteristics, and current stock.)

Care Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Light:

This plant thrives in bright indirect light, which means it needs a well-lit space without harsh direct sunlight. Ideal locations include east or north-facing windows, or spots near south or west-facing windows with filtered light through a sheer curtain to protect its foliage.

Water:

Nepenthes prefer consistently moist but not waterlogged soil, mimicking their native tropical environments. Use only pure water—such as rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water—as tap water with minerals can damage their sensitive roots over time. Water thoroughly when the top layer feels just slightly dry, ensuring excess water drains out completely. Avoid letting the pot sit in standing water for long periods, as this can lead to root rot. These plants also appreciate high humidity (above 50%) and benefit from occasional misting, though avoid misting directly into the pitchers to prevent dilution of digestive fluids.

Growing Media:

Nepenthes thrive in a light, airy, and well-draining growing medium that retains some moisture without becoming compacted. A typical mix includes long-fiber sphagnum moss (40–50%), combined with perlite (30–40%) to enhance aeration and orchid bark or coco husk chips (10–20%) to add structure. Avoid using regular potting soil, compost, or anything with fertilizers, as these can harm the roots. The key is to mimic their natural epiphytic or terrestrial conditions—moist, acidic, and open—allowing roots to breathe while maintaining enough humidity to support pitcher development.

Feeding & Fertilization:

Nepenthes, or tropical pitcher plants, primarily absorb nutrients through the insects they trap in their pitchers. To support healthy growth, they can be fed with small insects such as ants, fruit flies, or dried mealworms once every 2–3 weeks, especially if grown indoors where natural prey is scarce. It's best to place the insects directly into the fluid of active pitchers, being careful not to overfeed—one insect per pitcher is enough. Feeding should be limited during the plant’s rest period in colder months, and it's important to avoid feeding if pitchers are dry or not fully formed, as this can lead to rot or stress.

Shipping & Delivery

We ship plants within 3-4 days after placing the order if we have them in stock. If not, we’ll email you with the details. Learn More

Replacement

If your plant dies during transit, please contact us with proof, including an unboxing video, and we'll replace it for free. Learn More

Customer Reviews

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Saurabh Roy
Got Fabulous and healthy plant.

I really appreciate the quick delivery and the health of the pitcher plants recived. I have both Nepenthes ventrata and gaya and both came in in immaculate health. What's even more outstanding is the customer support I got Prince Sarmah. The team is quite to respond and take great care of there customer requirements. Kudos soiled.in !

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Girish Venkatraman
Healthy and lovely plant

We recieved an amazing plant, it was healthy and had plenty of pitchers, the packaging was brilliant as well, with no soil dropping or damage on the plant either.

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Tanu Rai
Very Satisfied

No issues, beautiful pitchers and leaves.

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vijai k
Happy Purchase

Plant is fresh and already adapting.

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Anil Shetty
Strong Roots

Root system is strong and healthy.

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