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Nepenthes ventrata Brown Patches: Sun Scald, Not Disease

Brown patches on older N. ventrata leaves after moving to an east window with direct morning sun are sun scald—common when plants go from low to high light suddenly.

What to Do

Leave it—new growth acclimates.
Clip old damaged leaves when unsightly.
Check undersides for pests (leaf miners) just in case.

No Need to Return

Plant is healthy if new growth is green. Damage is cosmetic and treatable.

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