Mechanics reveals the role of peristome geometry in prey capture in carnivorous pitcher plants (Nepenthes)

Carnivorous pitcher plants (Nepenthes) are a striking example of a natural pitfall trap. The trap’s slippery rim, or peristome, plays a critical role in insect capture via an aquaplaning mechanism that is well documented. Whilst the peristome has received significant research attention, the conspicu...

Mô tả đầy đủ

Chi tiết về thư mục
Những tác giả chính: Moulton, DE, Oliveri, H, Goriely, A, Thorogood, C
Định dạng: Internet publication
Ngôn ngữ:English
Được phát hành: 2023