Nepenthes Pitchers Form Away from the Light Source

It's Normal for Pitchers to Face Away from the Window

A San Diego grower noticed Nepenthes produced more pitchers on the side away from a south window.

This is very common. Pitchers photosynthesize minimally, so the plant orients them away from intense light. No action needed.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com

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