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Nepenthes Pitcher Abortion: Humidity, Light, or Environment?

Young pitcher browned and died? Common causes:

Sudden humidity drops or fluctuations.
Insufficient light (most likely).
Temperature swings.

Cut off dead pitcher. Provide stable humidity, bright light (direct morning sun ideal), and consistent temps. New pitchers will form if conditions improve.

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