Question

Which among the following statements are true about insectivorous plants?

• A. They contain chlorophyll.
• B. They grow in iron deficient soil.
• C. They grow in nitrogen deficient soil.
• D. Their leaves are modified.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A They contain chlorophyll.
C They grow in nitrogen deficient soil.
D Their leaves are modified.

• Insectivorous plants contain chlorophyll, hence they can manufacture their own food.
• They grow in nitrogen deficient soil due to which they feed on insects.
• They trap insects through their modified leaves to obtain the nitrogen required for their growth. E.g., venusflytrap, utricularia, drosera, etc.