Saxifragaceae: Quick Facts

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Astilbe (Astilbe)

starry saxifrage

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saxifrage Penthorum Astilbe Astilbe japonica Astilbe chinensis Astilbe philippinensis Astilbe simplicifolia Chinese bergenia heartleaf foamflower Peltiphyllum peltatum Rosaceae Cannabaceae Urticaceae Ulmaceae Elaeagnaceae Moraceae Bruniaceae Connaraceae Crassulaceae Cunoniaceae

Venus's-flytrap. Venus's-flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) one of the best known of the meat-eating plants. Carnivorous plant, Venus flytrap, Venus fly trap

Plants: From Cute to Carnivorous