Pinguicula, commonly known as butterworts, is a fascinating genus of carnivorous plants known for their ability to capture and digest small insects using sticky, glandular leaves. Native to a variety of environments around the world, from North and South America to Europe and Asia, pinguiculas are particularly popular among plant collectors and enthusiasts due to their unique biology and striking appearance. The plants are typically small, with rosettes of succulent, green leaves that produce a sticky secretion on the leaf surface, which entraps insects. Once an insect becomes stuck, the plant secretes enzymes to break down the prey, absorbing essential nutrients, especially nitrogen, which is often limited in the nutrient-poor soils where these plants grow.

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