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Pitcher plant
Nepenthes distillatoria

Family: Nepenthaceae


What it is like

The leaves are broad and oblong. The mid vein has a long tendril with a long bag on the end. This contains a sweet liquid.


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Sri Lanka


How it is used for food

The sweet sap from the bag on the end of the leaf is drunk.

Edible parts

Sap


How it is grown


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