Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
edwardsiana
ID:
382584

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Low ex Hook.f.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
in Trans. Linn. Soc. London 22: 420, t. 70. 1859.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381916



Common Names

  • Nepenthes edwardsiana
  • Edwardsiana Pitcher Plant
  • Edwardsiana Monkey Cup


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Synonyms

  • Nepenthes edgeworthii Rchb.f. ex Beck [unknown]

Description

Nepenthes edwardsiana (also called Edwards' Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant in the Nepenthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It typically grows up to 1–2 m tall, with a stem diameter of up to 1 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Nepenthes edwardsiana is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is a visually appealing plant with its pitcher-shaped leaves. It is also used in the production of medicines, as the plant contains compounds that can be used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nepenthes edwardsiana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepenthes edwardsiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Nepenthes edwardsiana

Nepenthes edwardsiana is native to the Philippines and can be found in the mountains of Luzon.

Nepenthes edwardsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepenthes edwardsiana?

Nepenthes edwardsiana

What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes edwardsiana?

Nepenthes edwardsiana is native to the Philippines.

What are the common names of Nepenthes edwardsiana?

Nepenthes edwardsiana is commonly known as Edwards' Pitcher Plant.

Species in the Nepenthes genus

Nepenthes rhombicaulis, Nepenthes reinwardtiana, Nepenthes ramispina, Nepenthes rafflesiana, Nepenthes platychila, Nepenthes pilosa, Nepenthes rajah, Nepenthes sanguinea, Nepenthes rigidifolia, Nepenthes rowanae, Nepenthes petiolata, Nepenthes maxima, Nepenthes mira, Nepenthes mikei, Nepenthes macrophylla, Nepenthes mapuluensis, Nepenthes macrovulgaris, Nepenthes merrilliana, Nepenthes macfarlanei, Nepenthes lavicola, Nepenthes lowii, Nepenthes longifolia, Nepenthes klossii, Nepenthes lamii, Nepenthes muluensis, Nepenthes neoguineensis, Nepenthes mollis, Nepenthes pectinata, Nepenthes papuana, Nepenthes murudensis, Nepenthes ovata, Nepenthes northiana, Nepenthes paniculata, Nepenthes philippinensis, Nepenthes eustachya, Nepenthes ephippiata, Nepenthes dubia, Nepenthes edwardsiana, Nepenthes gymnamphora, Nepenthes gracillima, Nepenthes graciliflora, Nepenthes eymae, Nepenthes faizaliana, Nepenthes fusca, Nepenthes glandulifera, Nepenthes clipeata, Nepenthes distillatoria, Nepenthes copelandii, Nepenthes campanulata, Nepenthes burkei,

Species in the Nepenthaceae family

Nepenthes rhombicaulis, Nepenthes reinwardtiana, Nepenthes ramispina, Nepenthes rafflesiana, Nepenthes platychila, Nepenthes pilosa, Nepenthes rajah, Nepenthes sanguinea, Nepenthes rigidifolia, Nepenthes rowanae, Nepenthes petiolata, Nepenthes maxima, Nepenthes mira, Nepenthes mikei, Nepenthes macrophylla, Nepenthes mapuluensis, Nepenthes macrovulgaris, Nepenthes merrilliana, Nepenthes macfarlanei, Nepenthes lavicola, Nepenthes lowii, Nepenthes longifolia, Nepenthes klossii, Nepenthes lamii, Nepenthes muluensis, Nepenthes neoguineensis, Nepenthes mollis, Nepenthes pectinata, Nepenthes papuana, Nepenthes murudensis, Nepenthes ovata, Nepenthes northiana, Nepenthes paniculata, Nepenthes philippinensis, Nepenthes eustachya, Nepenthes ephippiata, Nepenthes dubia, Nepenthes edwardsiana, Nepenthes gymnamphora, Nepenthes gracillima, Nepenthes graciliflora, Nepenthes eymae, Nepenthes faizaliana, Nepenthes fusca, Nepenthes glandulifera, Nepenthes clipeata, Nepenthes distillatoria, Nepenthes copelandii, Nepenthes campanulata, Nepenthes burkei,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Hugh Low (1824-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Low' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000381916: Based on the initial data import