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RESEARCH LITERATURE

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Differential escape of insects from carnivorous plant traps

Author(s): T. C. Gibson

Month: Jan
Year: 1991

Publication Type: Article
Journal: American Midland Naturalist
Volume: 125
Issue: 1
Pages: 55-62

Article Topic(s): Morphology
Research Setting(s): Greenhouse

Species Referenced: Sarracenia leucophylla (Crimson pitcherplant),

Abstract

Discusses how insects escape from the traps of carnivorous plants. Sarracenia leucophylla retains almost all insects captured due to its size and "pitfall trap" structure.

Suggested Citation

T. C. Gibson. "Differential escape of insects from carnivorous plant traps." American Midland Naturalist 125.1 (1991): 55-62.

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