Introduction

Carnivorous plant expo will captivate the visitor into the special world of carnivores or more specifically, carnivorous plants. With their unusual and spectacular attributes, these plants are able to lure, capture and digest their own prey. The often brightly coloured plants have different, complex ways in which they ‘eat’ insects. They result in bizarre forms that are reminiscent of bear traps, lime twigs, trumpets, water bottles, toilets and cobra snakes. Each species uses different methods to lure, capture and digest its prey. For example the flycatcher has steel traps that close very quickly. The Sundew leaves have tentacles in which the insect becomes stuck. The leaves of the Sarracenia take on the form of a ‘trumpet’, which is used to capture insects. Nepenthes make use of ‘cup’ forms that hang from the tips of its leaves. During the exhibition, special attention will be given to different species and to crocodiles living in their natural habitat.

Visitors do not have to be afraid; these plants only catch insects. In a most spectacular way insight will be shed into this bizarre world of plants. There are hundreds of different species of carnivorous plants at the exhibition. Many different types will be presented at the exhibition and by the use of clear text and many photos.

Carnivorous plants appeal to the imagination of youth, plant-lovers and the just plain curious. This publication will introduce you to and perhaps captivate you into the world of carnivorous plants. Perhaps you will even become so fascinated by these unusual plants that you will grow and observe their life cycle at home.

Problems with mosquitoes or flies in your home? Carnivorous plants can assist you in solving these problems. How do I feed these plants? Do these plants eat mammals? How do I cultivate them? This publication will supply the answers to these questions and much, much more!

The exhibition is a coopereration between studygroup “Carnivora”, nursery Carni Flora BV and Fred Vosse.