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Nepenthes krabiensis

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About

A striking tropical pitcher plant, *Nepenthes krabiensis* is notable for its apparent endemism to Krabi Province in southern Thailand. It is closely related to *N. rosea*.

Field notes

Distribution & habitat

Southern Thailand, specifically endemic to Krabi Province, growing at 600–700 m above sea level.

History & etymology

The specific epithet krabiensis is derived from the name of Krabi Province, and the Latin ending -ensis means "from".

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Habitat

Altitude
600–700 m
Altitude class
intermediate
Native to
Thailand
IUCN status
Critically Endangered

Taxonomy

Described
2016
Authority
Nuanlaong, Onsanit, Chusangrach & Suraninpong

Cultivation

Difficulty
intermediate
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