Nepenthes pectinata
Nepenthes pectinata Danser
Nepenthes pectinata is a species in the genus Nepenthes, belonging to the family Nepenthaceae. It was first described by Danser in 1928 and is native to Southern Asia, particularly found in Sumatera. Its distribution has since expanded globally.
Description
Nepenthes pectinata is a member of the carnivorous plant genus Nepenthes, part of the family Nepenthaceae. The species was formally published in 1928 by the botanist Danser. It is indigenous to the region of Southern Asia, with a notable presence on the island of Sumatera. Over time, the species has been introduced and cultivated in various parts of the world, leading to a global distribution. This plant is characterized by its specialized pitcher structures used for trapping and digesting insect prey, a defining trait of the Nepenthes genus.
Distribution
Southern Asia · Global · Sumatera
Synonyms
Nepenthes melamphora var. tomentellaNepenthes rosulataNepenthes xiphioides
