Pitcher plant
Nepenthes macrovulgaris J.R.Turnbull & A.T.Middleton
Nepenthes macrovulgaris, a tropical pitcher plant, is endemic to Borneo and grows in lowland areas between 300 and 1,200 m. It is found in sub-montane forest clearings and mossy forests, specifically in ultramafic habitats in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. The plant is known for its pitchers, which can reach up to 25 cm in height and display a range of colors from green to brown, with a speckled form being the most common.
Description
Nepenthes macrovulgaris is a member of the Nepenthaceae family and is native to specific regions of Borneo, including Mount Kinabalu, Mount Tambuyukon, the Danum Valley, the Tawai Range, the Meliau Range, and Mount Silam. It thrives in ultramafic soils and is adapted to sub-montane and mossy forest environments. The species was first described in 1988 by J.R. Turnbull and A.T. Middleton. Its pitchers, which are characteristic of the genus Nepenthes, are notable for their size and coloration, often featuring a speckled pattern.
Other common names
Pitcher plant
Distribution
Southern Asia · Global · Borneo
Synonyms
Nepenthes macrovulgaris
