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China's deceptive wildflower catches insects
A study in southwestern China has revealed a small wild flower of the species "Saxifraga candelabriformis," marking the first plant from its genus confirmed to be carnivorous. This flower grows on the rocky, nutrient-poor walls of the Tibet and Qinling Mountains at elevations between 2,500 and 3,300 meters. It uses its sticky hairs to attract, trap, and digest insects, absorbing their nutrients afterward. This discovery is one of the most significant pieces of evidence that some plants are carnivorous, as it requires more than just catching insects; they need to absorb nutrients from their prey and possess attracting and consuming tools suitable for that purpose.
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