Nepenthes lowii
VU

Nepenthes lowii

Unknown

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Nepenthes lowii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction due to logging and agricultural expansion in its montane forest habitats across Borneo. The species is particularly vulnerable to collection pressure from carnivorous plant enthusiasts and commercial trade, as its distinctive toilet-shaped pitchers make it highly sought after. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, humid conditions essential for this high-altitude specialist.

Threat summary

Habitat

Nepenthes lowii inhabits montane forests and mossy cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,550 meters across Borneo, including Mount Kinabalu and Mount Trusmadi. The species thrives in cool, humid conditions with consistent moisture from cloud cover, typically growing as an epiphyte or terrestrial plant in nutrient-poor soils.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Nepenthes lowii classified as Vulnerable?
Nepenthes lowii is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Nepenthes lowii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction due to logging and agricultural expansion in its montane forest habitats across Borneo. The species is particularly vulnerable to collection pressure from carnivorous plant enthusiasts and commercial trade, as its distinctive toilet-shaped pitchers make it highly sought after. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, humid conditions essential for this high-altitude specialist.
Where does Nepenthes lowii live?
Nepenthes lowii occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Nepenthes lowii?
The main threats to Nepenthes lowii are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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