Description:
Nepenthes lowii is a remarkable carnivorous plant endemic to the highland regions of Borneo. It is known for its unique pitcher shape, which resembles a toilet, and is adapted to catch droppings from tree shrews and birds. The plant features strongly constricted upper pitchers with a reflexed lid and bristles, which may help attract its unusual prey. It thrives in nutrient-poor soils, both terrestrially and as an epiphyte, requiring high humidity and good drainage. This species is highly prized in carnivorous plant collections for its distinctive features and ecological adaptations. Its conservation status is listed as vulnerable, highlighting the importance of habitat preservation.
Sources:
- [1] Nepenthes lowii Trusmadi, CAR-0018: Carnivero. Visit Source
- [2] Nepenthes lowii, BE-3100: Carnivero. Visit Source
- [3] Nepenthes lowii (Trusmadi x Murud): Carnivero. Visit Source
- [4] Nepenthes lowii: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [5] Nepenthes lowii Trusmadi, CAR-0018: Carnivero. Visit Source
- [6] Nepenthes lowii, BE-3100: Carnivero. Visit Source
- [7] Nepenthes lowii (Trusmadi x Murud): Carnivero. Visit Source
Shop for this Plant:
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
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| Carnivero | Nepenthes lowii, BE-3100 ( Small / potted) |
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$99.99 |
| Carnivero | Nepenthes lowii Trusmadi, CAR-0018 ( MB8 / Small / unpotted) |
No
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$75.00 |
| Carnivero | Nepenthes lowii (Trusmadi x Murud) ( Small / Random Selection) |
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$100.00 |