| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5165817 | Phytochemistry | 2011 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Carnivorous Nepenthes plants attract, trap and digest insect prey for additional nutrients. ⺠The protein composition of the digestion fluid is reported. ⺠Secondary metabolites have also been described for the fluid. ⺠Most enzymes are employed in prey digestion but some show antimicrobial activities.
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Authors
Axel Mithöfer,