The plant’s gel and leaf are edible. The plant’s yellow latex, found between the leaf’s skin and gel, is used for topical applications such as sunburn relief. Traditionally, people have used aloe as a laxative and also ate the sliced-off leaf. While the leaves are poisonous, the gel is safe for human consumption. The following…
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A carnivorous plant is one with a hollow stem and, usually, a single leaf. Some carnivorous plants (such as blood-red clover) have alternate leaves that are leaflets. Most carnivorous plants belong to the lily family, Cucurbitaceae. The cactus is a member of the family of palms. It can be found in dry and tropical climates…
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Why do carnivorous plants need to capture prey? Because capturing prey is the basis of a carnivorous plant’s survival. Plants that must capture prey, or eat their own leaves, stems and seeds can’t grow properly. If they are too small or lack the proper attributes for capturing prey, the plants will not live long enough…
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For many gardeners, a propagating pitcher plant is the ultimate solution to their problem of limited space. They are a very efficient and easy way to grow a wide variety of herbs, vegetables and flowers in a relatively small space. As long as you follow basic plant care principles and can use a sharp knife,…
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The question “How to grow a carnivorous plant?” is frequently asked by beginning gardeners. Plants that produce food are considered to be carnivores. Some commonly known carnivorous plants include beans, carrots, potatoes, spinach, beets and lettuce. Some carnivorous plants are more common than others. A carnivorous plant needs certain conditions to grow well. There are…
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Many people are wondering if it’s okay to grow temperate sundews in pots. The answer is that it is completely fine as long as you follow certain plant care tips. Most plants enjoy a warm sunny climate. Some require more heat while others prefer a cooler climate. Just keep in mind that plants like other…
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When it comes to giant size, there’s no substitute for Nepenthes Rajah the world’s largest pitcher plant. He literally hiked up a Himalayan mountain to view a rare tropical pitcher plant, Nepenthes prutara spathacea, the largest known pitcher plant. This tall plant holds more than a gallon of aquatic water in its underground pitchers. Plants…
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The pitcher plant, better known as the philodendron, is a common sight in many gardens. They are easy to grow, and provide year-round flowers. Their dark green leaves add much needed color to any garden. Because of this many people chose it as one of their favorite plants for a variety of reasons. It is…
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