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The common Leaf forms . Two and sometimes three types of leaves pitcher plant
was introduced into culture in England are formed each year in Sarracenia . A
crop of pitchered , at least as early as 1640. Since their discovery , both insect ...
The common Leaf forms . Two and sometimes three types of leaves pitcher plant
was introduced into culture in England are formed each year in Sarracenia . A
crop of pitchered , at least as early as 1640. Since their discovery , both insect ...
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The swampy depressions it mingles with sphagnum . Sarraceniales is
distinguished from other orders chiefly by its distinctive , highly modified leaves
and to a lesser FORM AND STRUCTURE extent by features of the inflorescence
and flowers ...
The swampy depressions it mingles with sphagnum . Sarraceniales is
distinguished from other orders chiefly by its distinctive , highly modified leaves
and to a lesser FORM AND STRUCTURE extent by features of the inflorescence
and flowers ...
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Leaves are often thick , almost leathery , shining , and evergreen . Medicinal and
folk uses . A number of saxifragalean plants are used in native medicine and
ceremony in different parts of the world . Although several remedies have been ...
Leaves are often thick , almost leathery , shining , and evergreen . Medicinal and
folk uses . A number of saxifragalean plants are used in native medicine and
ceremony in different parts of the world . Although several remedies have been ...
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