Their arthropodicidal nature becomes clear only when you look very closely at the leaves. For there, adhering to the glandular surface of the leaf, are countless tiny little gnats and other minute arthropods. They are not only stuck to the leaf—they are drowned in moist pools of slime, and are indeed being digested.
Butterworts are fascinating carnivorous plants that trap and digest small insects using their sticky, glandular leaves. The leaf surface secretes a moist, adhesive substance that ensnares tiny gnats and arthropods, which are then slowly digested by the plant. These unique plants thrive in humid conditions and make captivating additions to any plant collection. Perfect for those interested in exotic, low-maintenance carnivorous species that naturally control indoor pests.
