Nepenthes Hamata Gunung Katopasa AW clone

[katya_dog1]

Anyone got this beastie? Wistuba has a picture on his site of a lower pitcher that is black and purple, I really liked the look of it. The teeth are stunning as well, I like it better than the 'Standard' Hamatas for sure.

Unfortunately, I see it is out of stock. Has anyone actually (get ready for it...) RECIEVED an email from Wistuba regarding when this fascinating plant will be back in stock?

Thanks!

 

[Heli]

most, if not all, have turned out to be hybrids with Nepenthes nigra.

 

[katya_dog1]

Well, as long as they all look like the picture I don't care.

But if they don't, definitely not going to get it.

 

[Heli]

They dont have the teeth like those in the picture, they are greatly reduced. I think true katopassa N. hamata is rarer in cultivation than people realize. A lot of the hamatas labelled as such appear to be hybrids or actually from lumut.

 

[katya_dog1]

Ah. That's unfortunate, for sure. The teeth are the best feature.

So you've got one you bought from Wistuba? Have you relabeled it and notified him?