Nepenthes insignis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
382671
Status:
valid
Authors:
Danser
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, sér. 3, 9: 314, f. 11. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382003
Common Names
- Nepenthes insignis
- Insignis Pitcher Plant
- Remarkable Pitcher Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nepenthes insignis (also called Insignis Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of pitcher plant native to Borneo. It is a medium-sized plant with a rosette of leaves and pitchers that are typically green with red stripes. It grows in lowland and montane forests, and is found in areas with high humidity and temperatures ranging from 15-30°C.
Uses & Benefits
Nepenthes insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as being a diuretic and helping to reduce fever. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nepenthes insignis is a small, white, cup-shaped structure with a pinkish-red center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepenthes insignis is a tropical pitcher plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept in a humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Nepenthes insignis
Nepenthes insignis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in areas of Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.
Nepenthes insignis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes insignis?
Nepenthes insignis is native to the island of Borneo.
What is the size of Nepenthes insignis?
Nepenthes insignis is a medium-sized species, reaching up to 40 cm in height.
What is the flower color of Nepenthes insignis?
The flowers of Nepenthes insignis are typically white or yellowish 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
B. H. Danser (1891-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danser' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000382003: Based on the initial data import