Filtered south-window light through a sheer curtain is too dim. N. alata needs a few hours of direct sun plus bright indirect light. A sunny west window or supplemental fluorescents will trigger pitcher formation within 1–2 months.
Standing water rots Nepenthes roots—they grow as epiphytes, not bog plants. Water like a houseplant: thoroughly, then let the top medium dry slightly before watering again.
Keep the plant indoors to avoid repeated acclimation stress. Consistency accelerates pitcher development.
Good growing!
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