Nepenthes stenophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
382650
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron. ser. 3 8: 240. 1890.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381982
Common Names
- Nepenthes stenophylla
- Stenophylla Pitcher Plant
- Tall-Lipped Pitcher Plant
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- Nepenthes boschiana lowii Hook.f. [unknown]
- Nepenthes fusca apoensis J.H.Adam & Wilcock ex Jebb & Cheek [illegitimate]
- Nepenthes maxima lowii (Hook.f.) Becc. [unknown]
- Nepenthes sandakanensis eglandulosa J.H.Adam & Wilcock [unknown]
- Nepenthes sandakanensis ferruginea J.H.Adam & Wilcock [unknown]
- Nepenthes sandakanensis J.H.Adam & Wilcock [unknown]
- Nepenthes fallax Beck [unknown]
Description
Nepenthes stenophylla (also called Narrow-Leaf 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 stenophylla is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is a visually appealing plant with its pitcher-shaped leaves. It is also used in the production of medicines, as the plant contains compounds that can be used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nepenthes stenophylla has a small flower with a yellowish-green perianth and a short, curved, yellowish-green spur. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepenthes stenophylla 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 stenophylla
Nepenthes stenophylla is found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo.
Nepenthes stenophylla FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes stenophylla?
Nepenthes stenophylla is native to the island of Borneo.
What is the size of Nepenthes stenophylla?
Nepenthes stenophylla is a medium-sized species, reaching up to 40 cm in height.
What is the flower color of Nepenthes stenophylla?
The flowers of Nepenthes stenophylla 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
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000381982: Based on the initial data import