Nepenthes tayninhensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tayninhensis
ID:
517
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Catal. & Kruetr.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
in AIPC Mag. 46: 22, fig.. 2017.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302695
Common Names
- Nepenthes tayninhensis
- Tayninhensis Pitcher Plant
- Tropical Pitcher Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nepenthes tayninhensis (also called Tayninh Pitcher Plant, among many other common names) is a species of pitcher plant native to Vietnam. 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 tayninhensis 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 tayninhensis 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 tayninhensis is a tropical pitcher plant native to the island of Borneo. 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 tayninhensis
Nepenthes tayninhensis is native to the island of Tayninh in Vietnam. It can be found growing in the mossy forest and lower montane areas of the island.
Nepenthes tayninhensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes tayninhensis?
Nepenthes tayninhensis is native to the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia.
What is the size of Nepenthes tayninhensis?
Nepenthes tayninhensis is a small to medium-sized species, reaching up to 30 cm in height.
What is the temperature range for Nepenthes tayninhensis?
Nepenthes tayninhensis prefers temperatures between 18-30°C (64-86°F).
What is the soil type for Nepenthes tayninhensis?
Nepenthes tayninhensis prefers a well-draining, acidic soil mix.
What is the light requirement for Nepenthes tayninhensis?
Nepenthes tayninhensis 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-0001302695: Based on the initial data import