Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
431

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Rob., Wistuba, Nerz, M.Mansur & S.McPherson

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in: McPherson, S., New Nepenthes 1: 543 (-553; figs. 483-491). 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302591



Common Names

  • Monticola Pitcher Plant
  • Monticola Pitcher
  • Monticola's Pitcher Plant


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Description

Nepenthes monticola (also called Mountain Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of tropical pitcher plant native to the Philippines. It is a medium-sized species, growing to a height of around 60 cm. It is found in montane rainforest, often growing on limestone outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Nepenthes monticola 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 monticola 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 monticola is a tropical pitcher plant native to the Philippines. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in lowland rainforests. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse with high humidity and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Nepenthes monticola

Nepenthes monticola is native to the island of Borneo and can be found in the wild in the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak.

Nepenthes monticola FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes monticola?

Nepenthes monticola is native to the Philippines, where it grows in lowland and montane forests.

What is the size of Nepenthes monticola?

Nepenthes monticola is a medium-sized species, with pitchers typically reaching a height of 15-20 cm.

What is the temperature range for Nepenthes monticola?

Nepenthes monticola prefers temperatures between 18-25°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

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.
Stewart McPherson (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.McPherson' in the authors string.
Muhammad Mansur: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Mansur' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001302591: Based on the initial data import