Canvas Print : Pitcher plants
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Pitcher plants
Pitcher plants (Sarracenia flava Maxima). This insectivorous plant produces a sweet smelling nectar to attract insects. When an insect alights on the rim of one of the plants, it loses its grip on the waxy, downward-facing detachable scales which line the inside of the pitcher. The insect falls into a liquid at the bottom of the pitcher which contains digestive juices. Insects provide the plants with nitrogen, which is lacking from the soils that the plants grow in. The flap above the opening of the pitcher plant is to prevent rain entering the pitcher and diluting the juices
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Media ID 6290259
© DUNCAN SMITH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Carnivorous Plants Insectivorous Modified Pitcher Plant Pitchers Sarracenia Flava
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the exotic wonders of nature into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This stunning image captures the allure of Pitcher Plants (Sarracenia flava Maxima) from Science Photo Library. Known for their insectivorous nature, these plants lure unsuspecting insects with their sweet nectar. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed using vibrant, fade-resistant inks to ensure the rich colors and details of this captivating scene are preserved for years to come. Add a touch of the tropical rainforest to your living space and start a conversation with this unique and intriguing artwork.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty and fascinating functionality of pitcher plants, specifically Sarracenia flava Maxima. These insectivorous wonders have evolved a clever strategy to attract and capture insects for their survival. The vibrant colors of these pitcher plants immediately catch the eye, but it is their sweet-smelling nectar that truly lures unsuspecting insects towards them. Once an insect lands on the rim of one of these pitchers, it unknowingly steps onto detachable scales lining the inside. Unable to maintain its grip, the hapless creature plummets into a liquid-filled chamber at the bottom. What lies within this seemingly innocent pool is far from benign - digestive juices await their prey. The fallen insects provide vital nitrogen to supplement the nutrient-deficient soils in which these remarkable plants thrive. It's nature's way of ensuring they receive what they need for growth and development. To protect this precious trap from dilution by rainwater, a flap gracefully hovers above its opening. This ingenious adaptation prevents any unwanted dilution while maintaining optimal conditions for digestion. Through this mesmerizing image captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded once again of nature's astonishing diversity and adaptability. Pitcher plants stand as living testaments to evolution's ingenuity in creating extraordinary solutions to life's challenges.
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