why do insectivorous plants eat insects when they can carry out photosynthesis ?
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If the pitcher plant is green and carries out photosynthesis, then why does it feed on insects? Answer: The insectivorous plants grow in soil which do not contain sufficient nitrogen mineral. ... So, insectivorous or carnivorous plants feed on insects to obtain the nitrogen needed for their growth.
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If any of the plants having the facilities of Photosynthesis and are depending on insects and they become insectivorous plants as they need more nutrition they do so and this type of plants are called as HETEROTROPS
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