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Nepenthes merrilliana

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About

A notable Philippine endemic, *Nepenthes merrilliana* is recognized for producing some of the largest pitchers within the genus, rivaling those of *N. rajah*.

Field notes

Distribution & habitat

Northern and central Mindanao, as well as neighboring Dinagat and Samar in the Philippines. It inhabits coastal forest areas on steep slopes at elevations of 0–1,100 m above sea level.

Conservation

Assessed as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List.

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Habitat

Altitude
0–1,100 m
Altitude class
intermediate
Native to
Philippines
IUCN status
Vulnerable

Taxonomy

Described
1911
Authority
Macfarl.

Cultivation

Difficulty
intermediate
Temperature
Day 28–35°C / Night 20–28°C
Humidity
70–95%

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