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Heliamphora minor

Heliamphora minor Gleason
Heliamphora minor
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Heliamphora minor is a small marsh pitcher plant species native to Auyán-tepui in Venezuela. It is one of the smallest members of the genus Heliamphora and is closely related to H. ciliata and H. pulchella.

Description

Heliamphora minor, described by Gleason in 1939, belongs to the Sarraceniaceae family and is found exclusively in Venezuela. It is characterized by its small size and is part of a group of closely related species, including H. ciliata and H. pulchella. This species is adapted to marsh environments and is endemic to the Auyán-tepui region.

Distribution

Venezuela

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