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About
A notable member of the genus, *Brocchinia hechtioides* is recognized for its unique trapping mechanism, where its leaves form an urn-like structure that captures both water and insects.
Field notes
Distribution & habitat
Venezuela and Guyana
Ecology
The leaves form an urn which serves as a pitfall trap for insects, in addition to capturing water.
Habitat
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Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate
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