Sundew (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various bog plants of the genus Drosera having leaves covered with sticky hairs that trap and digest insects; cosmopolitan in distribution.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The sundew plant is a carnivorous species that obtains essential nutrients by capturing and digesting insects in its sticky leaves.
- In the bog, sundews thrive in the acidic and nutrient-poor environment where other plants struggle to survive.
- Sundews have adapted to their environment by developing modified leaves that can trap and digest insects for sustenance.
- The sundew's sticky leaves are covered in tiny droplets of glue-like substance that trap unsuspecting insects.
- Sundews are found in bogs and marshes around the world, from tropical to temperate regions, and are a popular choice for carnivorous plant enthusiasts.