Triphyophyllum peltatum
Liana carnivore
About
A striking, tall vine, *Triphyophyllum peltatum* is notable for its facultative carnivorous nature, making it a unique specimen for the tropical collector. It can grow impressively tall, reaching up to 60 meters in its native habitat.
Field notes
Distribution & habitat
Tropical western Africa, specifically Guinea, Ivory Coast, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, where it thrives in tropical rainforest.
Ecology
The plant is facultatively carnivorous, meaning it supplements its nutrients by trapping and digesting prey in its habitat.
Habitat
- Altitude
- 0–800 m
- Altitude Class
- intermediate
- Native To
- Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- expert
- Temperature
- Day 24–32°C / Night 18–24°C
- Humidity
- 70–90%
- Notes
- West African rainforest liana. Carnivorous only during juvenile phase. Rarely cultivated.
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