Pinguicula ‘Aphrodite’ Color Change and Poi Dog Nepenthes Temperature Tolerance

A grower’s P. ‘Aphrodite’ turned from pink to green under 28W cool-white fluorescent. Also asks about highland Nepenthes heat stress symptoms for a ‘Poi Dog’ at 65–70°F.

Color Shift Is Normal

‘Aphrodite’ ranges from green to pink. Bright light brings pink; our large houseplant in a south window is all green and thriving. Summer sun adds pink tinge. As long as leaves are developed and sticky, it’s fine.

‘Poi Dog’ Likely Has Lowland Ancestry

65–70°F is fine; most ‘Poi Dog’ hybrids enjoy warmer days (near 80°F) with night cooldown.

True Highland Heat Stress Symptoms

Growth slows, pitchering stops, leaves shrink, then plant dies over 1–2 months. True highlanders needing night cooldown: N. villosa, N. spectabilis, N. hamata, N. lowii, N. rajah. Many labeled “highland” are actually intermediate (N. sanguinea, N. ventricosa, N. maxima forms) and thrive at household temps. Hybrids vary. Join CP forums to learn what works in your conditions.