Madagascar pitcher plant
Nepenthes madagascariensis Poir.
Nepenthes madagascariensis is a pitcher plant species native to Madagascar, belonging to the genus Nepenthes and the family Nepenthaceae. It was first described in 1798 by Poir. and is one of two Nepenthes species found on the island, the other being N. masoalensis. The plant is commonly known as the Madagascar pitcher plant in English and is distributed across Madagascar and globally.
Description
Nepenthes madagascariensis is a carnivorous plant species in the family Nepenthaceae. It is found in Madagascar and is one of two Nepenthes species native to the region. The species was described in 1798 by Poir. and is known for its pitcher-shaped traps used to capture prey. It is commonly referred to as the Madagascar pitcher plant. Its distribution includes Madagascar and has been recorded globally in cultivation or introduction.
Other common names
Madagascar pitcher plant
Distribution
Africa · Global · Madagascar
Synonyms
Nepenthes madagascariensis var. cylindricaNepenthes madagascariensis var. macrocarpa
