Butterwort - an inconspicous insectivorous plant in flower Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, Scotland. Samm insects settling on the rosette of fleshy leaves and are caught in the viscid secretion
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Butterwort - an inconspicous insectivorous plant in flower Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, Scotland. Samm insects settling on the rosette of fleshy leaves and are caught in the viscid secretion
MAB-171
Butterwort
Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, Scotland
Pinguicula vulgaris
an inconspicous insectivorous plant in flower. Small insects settling on the rosette of fleshy leaves and are caught in the viscid secretion. Digestive enzymes enable nitrogenous nutrients to be taken into the leaves supplementing the process of photosynethesis.
Mark Boulton
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EDITORS COMMENTS
. In the enchanting realm of Ben Eighe National Nature Reserve, a tiny but mighty predator lurks amidst the lush greenery. Meet MAB-171, also known as the inconspicuous yet captivating butterwort plant. With its delicate violet flowers and fleshy rosette of leaves, this carnivorous wonder has mastered the art of deception. As unsuspecting insects settle on its inviting surface, they soon find themselves entangled in a sticky secretion that acts like quicksand for their six-legged counterparts. It's a trap they can't escape! But fear not, for Mother Nature has her own plan to ensure nothing goes to waste. Within these voracious leaves lie digestive enzymes capable of breaking down nitrogenous nutrients from their insect prey. Talk about multitasking! This clever strategy supplements the process of photosynthesis and allows our little butterwort friend to thrive even in nutrient-poor environments like bogs and wetlands. So next time you wander through Europe's breathtaking national parks or stumble upon one of nature's hidden gems, keep an eye out for these blue-flowered beauties. Just remember - looks can be deceiving! And if you're lucky enough to capture a moment like Mark Boulton did with his camera lens, let it serve as a reminder that even in the smallest corners of our world, incredible wonders await those who take the time to look closely.
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