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Insectivorous Plants
Illustration entitled Insectivorous Plants, depicting carnivorous plants, plants that derive some or most of their nutrients from trapping and consuming animals or protozoans, typically insects and other arthropods, circa 1875. The plants shown are: 1. Dinaea muscipula (Venus Fly-Trap); 2. Drosera rotundifolia (Sundew); 3. Nepenthes Mastersiana (Masters Pitcher-Plant; 4. Pinguicula vulgaris (common butterwort); 5. Drosophyllum lusitanicum (Portuguese Fly-catcher); 6. Darlington californica; 7. Sarracenia purpurea; 8. Ulticularia minor (Bladderwort). (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11801766
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.9cm x 37.1cm (9" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
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This print takes us back in time to the year 1875, when the world of botany and its fascinating wonders were being explored. The illustration entitled "Insectivorous Plants" showcases a variety of carnivorous plants that derive their nutrients by trapping and consuming animals or protozoans, particularly insects and arthropods. The image features an array of intriguing plant species, each with its own unique mechanism for capturing prey. From the iconic Venus Fly-Trap (Dinaea muscipula) with its jaw-like leaves ready to snap shut on unsuspecting insects, to the delicate Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) adorned with sticky tentacles that ensnare small creatures, these plants exhibit nature's incredible adaptability. Amongst them is the Masters Pitcher-Plant (Nepenthes Mastersiana), showcasing its elegant pitcher-shaped leaves filled with digestive enzymes. The common butterwort (Pinguicula vulgaris) displays vibrant purple flowers while secreting a sticky substance to trap insects. Meanwhile, the Portuguese Fly-catcher (Drosophyllum lusitanicum) entices prey using sweet-smelling droplets on its leaves. Other notable species include Darlington californica, Sarracenia purpurea, and Ulticularia minor (Bladderwort). Each plant has evolved distinct strategies for survival in nutrient-poor environments. This remarkable photograph from Hulton Archive/Getty Images allows us to appreciate both the scientific importance and aesthetic
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