Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
epiphytica
ID:
392

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Rob., Nerz & Wistuba

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in: McPherson, S., New Nepenthes 1: 36 (-51; figs. 25-36). 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302544



Common Names

  • Epiphytic Pitcher Plant
  • Giant Pitcher Plant
  • Giant Tropical Pitcher Plant


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Description

Nepenthes epiphytica (also called Tree Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a carnivorous plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a tropical pitcher plant with a climbing stem and long, slender leaves. It is found in lowland rainforests, swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nepenthes epiphytica is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in terrariums and greenhouses. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nepenthes epiphytica is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepenthes epiphytica is a tropical pitcher plant native to the Philippines. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in lowland rainforests. It is a lowland species, preferring warm temperatures and high humidity. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept warm and humid. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Nepenthes epiphytica

Nepenthes epiphytica is native to the Philippines and can be found in the provinces of Bataan, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Quezon.

Nepenthes epiphytica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes epiphytica?

Nepenthes epiphytica is native to the Philippines and is found growing on trees in tropical rainforests.

What is the size of Nepenthes epiphytica?

Nepenthes epiphytica is a small species, with pitchers typically reaching a height of 10-15 cm.

What is the color of Nepenthes epiphytica?

Nepenthes epiphytica has pitchers that are usually green or yellowish-green in color.

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

Andreas Wistuba (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wistuba' in the authors string.
Joachim Nerz (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nerz' in the authors string.
Alastair Robinson (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Rob.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001302544: Based on the initial data import