Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
krabiensis
ID:
414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nuanlaong, Onsanit, Chusangr. & Suran

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
in Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 44(2): 128 (-133, fig. 1-3). 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302571



Common Names

  • Krabiensis Pitcher Plant
  • Giant Pitcher Plant
  • Giant Tropical Pitcher Plant


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Description

Nepenthes krabiensis (also called Krabi Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of tropical pitcher plant native to Thailand. It is a lowland species, typically found in open, sunny areas, such as limestone outcrops, open grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has a rosette of long, narrow leaves with a pitcher at the end of each leaf. The pitchers are green with red stripes and have a lid-like structure at the top.

Uses & Benefits

Nepenthes krabiensis is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in terrariums and greenhouses. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant in homes and offices.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nepenthes krabiensis is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepenthes krabiensis is a tropical pitcher plant native to Thailand. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in montane forests. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse, with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It prefers high humidity and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Nepenthes krabiensis

Nepenthes krabiensis is native to the island of Thailand and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Krabi and Trang.

Nepenthes krabiensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes krabiensis?

Nepenthes krabiensis is native to Thailand, where it grows in mossy forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

What is the size of Nepenthes krabiensis?

Nepenthes krabiensis is a medium-sized species, reaching up to 60 cm in height.

What is the temperature range for Nepenthes krabiensis?

Nepenthes krabiensis prefers temperatures between 15–25 °C.

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

Sunya Nuanlaong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nuanlaong' in the authors string.
Sarayut Onsanit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Onsanit' in the authors string.
Vutthipong Chusangrach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chusangr.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001302571: Based on the initial data import