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New Carnivorous Plant Discovered

Updated 2026-08-04 18:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Scientists have discovered a new carnivorous plant in the Saxifraga genus, fulfilling Charles Darwin's 1875 prediction. The plant is described as both deceptive and deadly.

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Scientific American
Charles Darwin predicted in 1875 that some members of the Saxifraga genus could be carnivorous—now scientists have finally proven him right
2026-08-04 16:26 UTC
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