Butterwort flowers (IMAGE)

Penn State

Butterwort flowers

Caption

Researchers are investigating how carnivory-related genes, such as those involved in digestion, could help crops not only avoid pests, but also thrive in low-nutrient environments. Featured here is a type of carnivorous plant, called a butterwort.

Credit

Tanya Renner, Penn State

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.