Carnivorous Plants: Nepenthes
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Nepenthes, also known as tropical pitchers, are carnivorous plants native to tropical habitats in Australia, Asia and Sri Lanka. These plants contain pitchers that start as small buds and contain self-produced liquid. Lured by the nectar’s scent, when insects (or even small animals like mice) they find themselves trapped.
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Once the plant senses motion in this “pitcher”, also called monkey cups, its digestive processes begin. Nepenthes secrete powerful digestive juices that can break down their prey, allowing the plants to gain the nutrients they need for survival.
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