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The Curious World Of Carnivorous Plants: A Comprehensive Guide To Their Biology And Cultivation
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Plants That Trap And Eat Animals: An Amazing Phenomenon That Has Inspired Awe Since Before The Days Of Darwin. The Victims May Be Flies And Butterflies, Small Crustaceans, Or Even Vertebrates The Size Of Rats.Lured Into The Danger Zone By Optical, Tactile, And Olfactory Strategies, The Prey Succumb To Ingenious Traps And Face Their Doom. But Unlike Plants That Temporarily Catch Insects For Pollination, The True Carnivores Go Considerably Further: They Digest Them For The Nutrients They Need To Survive In Extremely Inhospitable Sites On Land And In Water.Anyone Captivated By The Unearthly Beauty Of The Flowers Of Evil Will Treasure This Stunning, Encyclopedic Exploration, Which Also Includes Animaltrapping Mosses And Fungi, As Well As Advice For Growing And Buying Carnivorous Plants And An Extensive International Bilbliography. It Is An Essential Reference For Hobbyist, Naturalist, And Collector Alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Curious World of Carnivorous Plants'? A: The book provides a comprehensive guide to the biology and cultivation of carnivorous plants, detailing their unique mechanisms for trapping and digesting prey.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Curious World of Carnivorous Plants' is Wilhelm Barthlott, a renowned expert in plant biology.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on October 26, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Curious World of Carnivorous Plants'? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in gardening? A: Yes, the book includes advice for growing and buying carnivorous plants, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced gardeners.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed in good condition.
- Q: Does the book include information on other plant types? A: Yes, it also explores animal-trapping mosses and fungi, in addition to carnivorous plants.
- Q: Is there a bibliography included in the book? A: Yes, the book features an extensive international bibliography.
- Q: What themes does this book cover? A: The book covers themes related to botany, ecology, and the fascinating adaptations of carnivorous plants.