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Nepenthes saranganiensis

Nepenthes saranganiensis Sh.Kurata
Nepenthes saranganiensis
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Nepenthes saranganiensis is a tropical pitcher plant found in the Philippines, specifically on the island of Mindanao. It was described by Sh.Kurata in 2003 and belongs to the family Nepenthaceae.

Description

This species is characterized by its highly decurrent leaf attachment, which extends significantly down the stem and often overlaps into the next internode. Native to Southern Asia, it is part of the genus Nepenthes, which includes various carnivorous plants known for their pitcher-shaped traps.

Distribution

Southern Asia · Philippines

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