Nepenthes trusmadiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trusmadiensis
ID:
382644
Status:
valid
Authors:
Marabini
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. Münch. 19: 449. 1983.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381976
Common Names
- Trusmadi Pitcher Plant
- Giant Pitcher Plant
- Giant Red Pitcher Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nepenthes trusmadiensis (also called Trus Madi 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 trusmadiensis 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
The flower of Nepenthes trusmadiensis is an inflorescence of small, white flowers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepenthes trusmadiensis 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 trusmadiensis
Nepenthes trusmadiensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo.
Nepenthes trusmadiensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nepenthes trusmadiensis?
Nepenthes trusmadiensis is native to the Trus Madi mountain range in Sabah, Malaysia.
What is the size of Nepenthes trusmadiensis?
Nepenthes trusmadiensis is a medium-sized species, reaching up to 60 cm in height.
What is the flower color of Nepenthes trusmadiensis?
The flowers of Nepenthes trusmadiensis 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
J. Marabini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marabini' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000381976: Based on the initial data import