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Identifying Nepenthes Miranda vs. Gentle: Pitcher Dimples and Leaf Traits

Distinguishing Nepenthes Miranda from Gentle

The plant in question is Miranda (N. maxima × (maxima × northiana)), not Gentle (N. maxima × fusca). Color and leaf shape match Miranda. Dimples on developing pitchers result from sudden environmental changes during transport and resolve once the plant acclimates.

Follow-Up: Cleft Leaves

Without the previous photo, identification relies on overall appearance. Miranda and Gentle have subtle differences hard to see in photos. Compare with reference images at derooseplants.com (search Nepenthes). Wait for a mature pitcher for definitive ID.

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