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Aldrovanda Vesiculosa (Noun)

Meaning

Floating aquatic carnivorous perennial of central and southern Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia having whorls of 6 to 9 leaves ending in hinged lobes for capturing e.g. water fleas.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Aldrovanda vesiculosa is a carnivorous plant, distinctive in its structure for capturing prey underwater.
  • Aldrovanda vesiculosa was first recorded in a European lake but has since been identified in various parts around the world.
  • Scientists have extensively studied the trapping mechanism of Aldrovanda vesiculosa to understand its adaptation in capturing small aquatic invertebrates.
  • The whorl-like leaves of Aldrovanda vesiculosa resemble a tiny trap designed specifically to catch aquatic organisms such as water fleas.
  • The hinged lobes of the leaves of Aldrovanda vesiculosa snap shut quickly when in contact with prey in order to ensnare tiny invertebrates efficiently.

Synonyms

  • Waterwheel Plant

Hypernyms

  • Carnivorous Plant
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