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Sarracenia catesbaei

Sarracenia catesbaei Elliott
Sarracenia catesbaei
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Sarracenia catesbaei is a species in the genus Sarracenia, family Sarraceniaceae. It was first described by Elliott in 1821.

Description

Sarracenia catesbaei is a carnivorous plant species belonging to the Sarraceniaceae family. It is part of the Sarracenia genus, which is known for its pitcher plant species. The species was first published in 1821 by the botanist Elliott. This plant is native to specific regions in North America and is adapted to nutrient-poor environments, using its modified leaves to trap and digest insects.

Synonyms

Sarracenia atkinsonianaSarracenia williamsiiSarracenia melanorhodaSarracenia tollianaSarracenia patersoniiSarracenia stevensiiSarracenia illustrataSarracenia flava var. catesbaeiSarracenia dormerianaSarracenia eblianaSarracenia porphyroneuraSarracenia vetterianaSarracenia wilksianaSarracenia willmottiaeSarracenia wilsoniana

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