Scientists have discovered a new species of pitcher plant with leaves covered in hairs that resemble orangutan fur. It is highly likely that this unique plant is at risk of extinction. The ...

Pitcher plants don’t hold any specific symbolism, but they are revered worldwide for their attractive shape and growth form.

The pitcher plant Nepenthes x ventrata is gorgeous and popular with horticulturists, but it’s deadly for the insects that fall into the trap for which it is named. Yet the enzymes in the digestive ...