Question
Biology Question on organisms and populations
Insectivorous plants are usually adapted to
A
water rich soil
B
soils deficient in sugars
C
soils rich in trace elements.
D
soil deficient in nitrogenous compounds
Answer
soil deficient in nitrogenous compounds
Explanation
Solution
Insectivorous plants are also called carnivorous plants. They grow, generally in swamps or water logged soils. These soils are deficient in nitrogenous substances. Due to this these plants are unable to get required supply of nitrogenous compounds that is, nitrates and ammonium. In order to meet this deficiency, the insectivorous plants catch insects with the help of the modified parts of their body e.g., Nepenthus, Drosera etc.