Aldrovanda

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Aldrovanda

Description Aldrovanda, also called waterwheel plant, is a small carnivorous floating plant that belongs to the Droseraceae family. It is native to Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia and thrives in highly acidic and nutrient-poor freshwater environments. Aldrovanda is unique in its ability to trap and digest small aquatic invertebrates, such as mosquito larvae and water fleas, using its highly specialized…