Nepenthes orbiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orbiculata
ID:
518
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Catal. & Kruetr.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
in AIPC Mag. 50: 40. 2018.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302696
Common Names
- Nepenthes orbiculata
- Orbiculate Pitcher Plant
- Tropical Pitcher Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nepenthes orbiculata (also called Orbiculate Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of pitcher plant native to the Philippines. It is a tropical plant that grows in lowland and montane forests, usually in areas with high humidity and plenty of sunlight. It has a rosette of leaves with a pitcher-shaped structure at the end of each leaf. The pitchers are usually green in color and have a red or yellow rim.
Uses & Benefits
Nepenthes orbiculata is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create natural insect traps, as its pitchers are filled with a sweet-smelling liquid that attracts insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nepenthes orbiculata 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, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepenthes orbiculata is a tropical pitcher plant native to the island of Sumatra. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in lowland and montane forests. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse, in a well-draining, acidic soil mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or seed.
Where to Find Nepenthes orbiculata
Nepenthes orbiculata is native to the island of Sumatra in Indonesia. It can be found growing in the mossy forest and lower montane areas of the island.
Nepenthes orbiculata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes orbiculata?
Nepenthes orbiculata is native to the island of Sumatra in Southeast Asia.
What is the size of Nepenthes orbiculata?
Nepenthes orbiculata is a medium-sized species, reaching up to 60 cm in height.
What is the temperature range for Nepenthes orbiculata?
Nepenthes orbiculata prefers temperatures between 18-30°C (64-86°F).
What is the soil type for Nepenthes orbiculata?
Nepenthes orbiculata prefers a well-draining, acidic soil mix.
What is the light requirement for Nepenthes orbiculata?
Nepenthes orbiculata prefers bright, indirect light.
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
Marcello Catalano (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Catal.' in the authors string.
Trongtham Kruetreepradit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruetr.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001302696: Based on the initial data import