Carnivorous plants
by Torre, Dan
Carnivorous plants are a unique group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill and consume small creatures. As a result they are often depicted as killers in films and literature, yet others regard them as exotic and beautiful specimens to collect and display. In this abundantly illustrated and highly entertaining book, Dan Torre describes the evolution, structure and scientific background of carnivorous plants.
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- Full title :Carnivorous plants / Dan Torre.
Summary
Carnivorous plants are a unique group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill and consume small creatures. As a result they are often depicted as killers in films and literature, yet others regard them as exotic and beautiful specimens to collect and display. In this abundantly illustrated and highly entertaining book, Dan Torre describes the evolution, structure and scientific background of carnivorous plants.
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- Publication Date:2019
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Reaktion Books Ltd
- Place of Publication:London, UK
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2019
The Physical Object
- Description:228 pages : : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; : 22 cm
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:1789140528, 9781789140521
- oclc:on1134662276
- Dewey Decimal:583.887
Table of Contents
The natural history of carnivorous plants -- More than just a meal -- A remarkable discovery -- Attack of the killer plants -- Magnificent carnivors -- Collecting, growing and conserving carnivorous plants
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