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About
A notable tropical species, *Nepenthes nigra* is easily identified by the dark coloration of its pitchers and stems. It is found across several mountains in Central Sulawesi.
Field notes
Distribution & habitat
Central Sulawesi, Indonesia; 1,500–2,700 m (4,900–8,900 ft) above sea level
History & etymology
The specific epithet nigra refers to the dark colouration of the pitchers and stem.
Habitat
- Altitude
- 1,500–2,700 m
- Altitude Class
- highland
- Native To
- Sulawesi
- IUCN Status
- Least Concern
Taxonomy
- Described
- 2011
- Authority
- Nerz, Wistuba, Chi.C.Lee, Bourke, U.Zimm. & S.McPherson
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate
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