Hamata and Hybrids

Nepenthes hamata

Nepenthes hamata has to be one of my favorite carnivores. Besides the pure species, which can be seen above, I also have a number of hamata hybrids. As you might expect, these all look somewhat similar, but each has some of its own characteristics.

Nepenthes burkei x hamata

This burkei x hamata is my accidental hamata hybrid. I bought it as a little Nepenthes 'Miranda.' Clearly, the nursery got it mixed up, which worked out in my favor. As with many hamata hybrids, the pitchers are exceptionally soft, so I find that it's a delicate plant.

Nepenthes spectabilis x hamata (SG)

This Nepenthes spectabilis x hamata is one of my favorite hamata hybrids. The colors on it are phenomenal! It's not as flashy as Nepenthes robmata and has a strange tendency to basal frequently, but it's still a very neat plant.

Nepenthes hamata x platychilda

My newest hamata hybrid is this Nepenthes hamata x platychilda. I decided to get one after seeing Brad's (of Brad's Greenhouse) plant, which has uppers that are strangely reminiscent of bananas. Despite their weird appearance, they struck me and I decided to acquire a small plant.

Nepenthes robcantleyi x hamata (AKA "robmata")

Finally, I have to share a couple photos of the magnificent robmata. It is the favorite hamata hybrid of many people, and it's easy to see why. It's a super easy plant which tougher, longer lasting pitchers than most hamata hybrids, and the pitchers themselves are fantastic!

Nepenthes robmata

I really adore this plant. It is definitely one of the crown jewels of my collection. It produces some big, showy pitchers, but does so relatively slowly, allowing me plenty of time to see them on the plant.