Nepenthes Mira

Photography Rod Kruger © copyright 2004

DESCRIPTION: Nepenthes mira is a species from the island of Palawan in the Philippines. It is closely related to N. villosa, from Sabah. The pitchers are large, with a distinct peristome. The plant superficially resembles N. rajah, and grows to substantial dimensions.LOCATION Philippines ELEVATION: 1500-2000 meters CULTIVATION Grown as a typical highland plant, this species is an easy grower. It prefers sphagnum moss as a soil medium. SCALE: 1-5 (1-easy, 5-challenging) (2)

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