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Nepenthes mira

Nepenthes mira Jebb & Cheek
Nepenthes mira
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Nepenthes mira is a highland species of pitcher plant found only in Palawan, Philippines. It thrives at elevations between 1,550 and 1,605 meters above sea level.

Description

Nepenthes mira, described by Jebb & Cheek in 1998, is a member of the genus Nepenthes within the family Nepenthaceae. This species is restricted to highland habitats on the island of Palawan. It is adapted to grow in the specific environmental conditions found at elevations ranging from 1,550 to 1,605 meters above sea level.

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