loss of carnivory?
Michael.Chamberland (23274MJC@MSU.EDU)
Thu, 08 Aug 96 22:23 EDT
>
> I don't have anything to add to this discussion, but I DO have questions
> regarding the evolution of CPs that this thread, as well as the discussion
> about Pietropaulo's introduction have raised, particularly around the
> issue of adaptation. First of all, the general assumption I have gleaned
> from the materials I've read about CPs is that CPs have evolved TOWARD
> carnivory. Is there any evidence (maybe Roridula?) that plants have
> evolved FROM previously carnivorous forms to their present non-carnivorous
> states.
Isn't there a gland-less form of one of the rosetted Australian tuberous
Droseras (D. erythrorhiza perhaps)?
Michael