Question

Which among the following statements are true about insectivorous plants?

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

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

They contain chlorophyll.

• 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.