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Bug-Eating Plants

Insider's Garden : Episode TIG-112 -- More Projects »
Some plants are so unique and fascinating that they capture a child’s interest and imagination immediately:
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  • Venus flytraps (figure A): When a bug or gnat lands on the leaves, the plant encloses it and slowly digests it. This plant likes an east-facing window and should be kept warm and moist.

  • Dracera (figure B): This plant has tentacles that are coated with a glue-like substance that bugs mistake for nectar. Give this plant warm, moist conditions and no direct sun.

  • Octopus plant (figure C): Tentacles wave in the wind and lures insects. These plants like high humidity and bright light.
  • Pitcher plant: This plant has a basin full of nectar that attracts bugs.

  • Cobra lily (figure D): This plant resembles a cobra that's about to strike. The nectar near the head of the plant lures bugs. Keep the cobra lily in a cool, moist environment. It will produce beautiful red flowers in the spring.
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Insider's Garden : Episode TIG-112
•Little Sprouts
•Miniature Fairy Garden
•Bug-Eating Plants
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