Allotropa

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Allotropa

Description Allotropa is a fascinating and unique plant that belongs to the Monotropaceae family. This plant has no chlorophyll, which means it does not produce its food through photosynthesis. Instead, it obtains its nutrients from fungi that live in the soil. Allotropa is commonly known as ‘Candy Cane plant’ due to its distinctive red and white striped appearance. Taxonomic Information…