Status:
valid
Authors:
S.McPherson, Cervancia, Chi.C.Lee, Jaunzems, Mey & A.S.Rob.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
in: McPherson, S., Carniv. Pl. Hab. 2: 1286 (-1295; figs. 750-758). 2010.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746844
Common Names
- Nepenthes gantungensis
- Gantung Pitcher Plant
- Nepenthes
Description
Nepenthes gantungensis (also called Gantung Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen climbing shrub that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nepenthes gantungensis is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nepenthes gantungensis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters of two to three. The flowers are followed by small, round, red fruits that contain numerous seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nepenthes gantungensis is an epiphytic perennial that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Nepenthes gantungensis
Nepenthes gantungensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in the Gantung Mountains.
Nepenthes gantungensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes gantungensis?
Nepenthes gantungensis is native to the island of Borneo.
What is the size of Nepenthes gantungensis?
Nepenthes gantungensis is a medium-sized species, with pitchers reaching up to 25 cm in height.
What is the color of Nepenthes gantungensis?
Nepenthes gantungensis has greenish-yellow pitchers with red stripes.
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
Ch'ien Lee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chi.C.Lee' in the authors string.
Jehson Cervancia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cervancia' in the authors string.
Mark Jaunzems: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaunzems' in the authors string.