Alata Nepenthes is a carnivorous plant. It grows easily in many areas, especially if it is in a damp soil with lots of nutrients. The genus Alata, from which the plant is taken, contains thirty species. One species is better known as the ‘wolves’ eye’ plant, because of its fleshy purple flowers that can confuse…
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Fruit flies are insects that belong to the family called Plasmidae. They are a pesky type of insect that usually live in moist and shady areas. A single fruit fly can reproduce by laying thousands of eggs and they can lay up to 1000 eggs in just one day. That’s why you’ll often find fruits…
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You may be asking yourself, “Can you propagate carnivorous plants?” You may have seen a plant that you would like to grow but are not sure how it will be able to survive with little help from you. Here are some important facts that you should know about plants and their ability to reproduce. The…
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This is a popular question among gardeners and plant growers who are just beginning to explore the many wonderful things that a beautiful, blooming, small sized plant like a pitcher can do for the environment. Many people have learned of the many beneficial qualities that these plants have to offer but they still wonder if…
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Can Pitcher plants do photosynthesis? They are one of the more popular houseplants among gardeners. Most people are aware of photosynthesis, which is the process of using light to turn food into energy. This is accomplished by the photosynthetic life forms that occur in certain plants such as strawberries, tulips and peppers. Photosynthesis works by…
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Can pitcher plant grow its own food? The short answer is yes. There are many beneficial plants that can grow and thrive on their own. The most common of these is the tomato. As long as it is given plenty of sunlight, has a plentiful supply of water and gets to be around other plants…
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Is your Venus fly trap turning black? The plant always seems to be vibrant green and active but as it gets older and darker it starts to turn color. The older the plant gets the darker it will get until it is almost black. Now there are several reasons for this including the way the…
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How to feed Venus fly traps to get them to eat your plant matter? Many people want to know how they can attract nature’s sweet rewards in the garden or flower bed. There is nothing wrong with wanting to attract healthy food to your garden and there are many options available. One of the easiest…
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How long do pitcher plants live? One of the most common questions about these exotic plants is, how long do pitcher plants live? They are among some of the most common plants in the world, and they are found in every continent. These plants grow fairly quickly, reaching maturity in only a few years. They…
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What’s the most effective carnivorous plant? A plant which greatly benefits from the insects it catches, carnivorous plants get their name from a specific kind of plant which does just that- eats other carnivorous plants. Carnivorous plants share some basic characteristics with other plant species which feed on other insects, but all carnivorous plants have…
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