Matthew M. Kaelin

Matthew M. Kaelin began his lifelong interest in carnivorous plants after viewing the 1986 documentary Deathtrap as well as a stage production of Little Shop of Horrors. He has been cultivating carnivorous plants for two decades, dedicating many long days and late nights to their study. His photography has been exhibited in fine art galleries, he has authored natural history articles, won horticultural awards, and named two Nepenthes cultivars. Lecturing often at local conservation organizations, he is also currently involved in a survey of Long Island's native carnivorous plant populations. Matthew resides in Nassau County on the South Shore of Long Island. In his spare time he can be found at the beach, hiking on the east end of the island, and in New York City. To learn more, visit his website at mkaelin.com