Description:
Nepenthes thorelii is a rare carnivorous plant native to Indochina, rediscovered in 2011 after being thought extinct. It features unique pitcher structures with antimicrobial properties and grows in lowland areas of Vietnam. The plant is known for its ability to survive dry seasons as a dormant rootstock and has shown potential antimalarial properties. With fewer than 100 individuals estimated in the wild, it is listed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
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- [1] Nepenthes thorelii (d) x [(lowii x veitchii) x burbidgeae], CAR-0221: Carnivero. Visit Source
- [2] Nepenthes thorelii: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [3] Nepenthes thorelii (d) x [(lowii x veitchii) x burbidgeae], CAR-0221: Carnivero. Visit Source
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Last Updated July 1, 2025