Heliamphora heterodoxa
Variable sun pitcher
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About
A notable species, *Heliamphora heterodoxa*, is characterized by its vigorous growth and a distinctive large, overhanging nectar spoon. It is native to the upland wetlands of Venezuela and adjacent Guyana.
Field notes
Morphology
The plant exhibits a large, overhanging nectar spoon.
Distribution & habitat
Venezuela and adjacent Guyana, specifically upland wetlands and lower elevation Pantepui habitats (approx. 1200m - 1500m a.s.l.).
History & etymology
The name *heterodoxa* was given by J.A. Steyermark, meaning "variable," due to the considerable variation observed within the species. It was first discovered in 1944 on the slopes interlinking Ptari-tepui and Sororopan-tepui and formally described in 1951.
Habitat
- Altitude
- 1,200–2,600 m
- Altitude Class
- highland
- Native To
- Venezuela
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate
- Temperature
- Day 18–24°C / Night 10–16°C
- Humidity
- 70–90%
- Notes
- Widely distributed. Tolerates warmer intermediate conditions.
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