Nepenthes batik
| Nepenthes batik | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Nepenthaceae |
| Genus: | Nepenthes |
| Species: | N. batik
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| Binomial name | |
| Nepenthes batik | |
Nepenthes batik is a species of tropical pitcher plant endemic to montane forest in Peninsular Malaysia, where it has only been observed on two peaks in Fraser's Hill in the state of Pahang, where it grows at an altitude of 1,300–1,500 metres (4,300–4,900 ft) above sea level.[1]
It appears to be closely related to Nepenthes ramispina, but has been noted for its comparatively diminutive size.[1]
Etymology
The specific epithet is derived from the Indonesian dyeing method of batik.[1]
Natural hybrids
Nepenthes batik has been recorded to hybridize with N. berbulu and may also hybridize with N. sanguinea.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d Mey, François Sockhom; Golos, Michal; Lim, Gideon; Wistuba, Andreas; Hagger, Benjamin; Robinson, Alastair (2025-02-06). "Hiding in plain sight: Nepenthes batik (Nepenthaceae), an overlooked tropical pitcher plant from Fraser's Hill, Peninsular Malaysia". Telopea. 29. ISSN 2200-4025. Archived from the original on 2025-06-29. Retrieved 2025-07-14.