Nepenthes are perhaps the most fascinating and specialised carnivorous plants on planet Earth.
Nepy is a Nepenthes field reference app containing fully illustrated entries for the majority of recognised species, including:
- two representative pitcher photographs for each species
- descriptions with guidance on pronunciation, species distribution, range, elevation, etymology, and additional field notes
- advanced filtering by region, altitude, pitcher type, and keywords
- favourites and personal collections such as wishlist and seen in habitat
- a compare mode to view two species side by side
- pronunciation audio for species names
- personal notes and sightings, including locations, dates, and photos
- a simple picture quiz to help you learn to identify species
- no in-app banners or ads
The Nepenthes entries are based primarily on data published in peer reviewed research papers, specialist literature relating to the genus, as well as on the general observations of a number of specialists. However, all entries are written in accessible English.
All images are used under licence either from Redfern Natural History Productions (UK) Ltd or directly from the credited authors. Image copyright remains explicitly with the image author indicated. Except where credited otherwise, all other graphics are the work of the application author. Reproduction or translation of any part of this work without the written authorisation of the app developer, for purposes other than review, is unlawful.
Extremely useful! I use it constantly for reference. While the information is limited to the natural surroundings of these plants, it is still very pertinent information for growing. I reference to it constantly for quick facts when I am reading about Nepenthes. I find especially the altitude ranges useful to determine if a plant is appropriate for my growing conditions. Great quick guide for orienting yourself with unfamiliar species as it has incredible pictures of both the upper and lower pitchers. I even find the Quiz entertaining. Well worth the download. Thank you for making this available! Love it.
Informative and well executed
DirigibleDown
Great pictures and information about each species, including some I was not familiar with. Thanks for making this.
The best Carnivorous Plant app
JeremiahsCPs
I’m so excited to see this app updated and returned the App Store. Super valuable information especially for fieldwork!
Nepy
Beans1968934
Really good for collectors and hobbyists. I use it as a reference when I need to see what a specific species looks like.
- Added new Nepenthes species entries with photos, pronunciations, and detailed field information.
- Improved species search so direct name matches appear first.
- Updated localized plant data and image credits.
- Fixed pronunciation playback so audio can’t restart before it finishes.
- Small interface improvements for readability and polish.
Version 4.3.0
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Information
Seller
Davide Baj
Size
75.8 MB
Category
Reference
Compatibility
Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 14.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
