Question

I am confused. If the pitcher plant is green and carry out photosynthesis, then why it feed on insects ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The pitcher plant grows in such soil that does not contain nitrogen in adequate amount to fulfill the needs of the plant. Thus, even though it is carries out photosynthesis for completing the needs of other minerals, it feeds on insects to fulfill the need of nitrogenous compounds.

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Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

The insectivorous plants grow in soil which do not contain sufficient nitrogen mineral. These plants (e.g. pitcher plant) are green and carry out photosynthesis to obtain a part of the food required by them. ... So, insectivorous or carnivorous plants feed on insects to obtain the nitrogen needed for their growth.