The Sundew plant is aptly called `Krimibandha’ (krimi=insect; bandha=tie down) in many Indian languages. Most of the sundew plants have bright red leaves.These leaves attract prey – usually insects like ants, mosquitoes, bugs, etc. The leaves have hair-like tentacles that…
Pitcher Plant, Nepenthes khasiana
We all know that animals depend on plants for their food. But have you ever heard of plants that feed on animals? Yes, that’s what Pitcher plants are all about! These plants feed largely on small animals like insects, scorpions…