Friday 2 November 2012

PROTECTION: Natural Defense in Plants



Natural Defense in Plants

Plants have specific characteristics to protect themselves from enemies.


Thorns / Spine

On the fruits
Chestnuts


Cocklebur

On the leaves
Pineapple


Ilex Cornuta

On the stems  

Rose plant

Aloe Vera
Cactus
 
Fine hairs
The fine hairs can cause itchiness.

On the fruits


Lady's Finger
Kiwi


On the leaves
Bitter Gourd

Sugar cane plant
 On the stems

Pumpkin plant

Morning Glory

Sap
Poisoning
Periwinkle plant


Sticky
Rubber tree

Cempedak

Itching
Banana

Papaya


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