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In Nepenthes the pitcher is modified...

In Nepenthes the pitcher is modified

A

Whole leaf

B

Leaf apex

C

Lamina

D

Petiole

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C
In Nepenthes and Sarracenia the leaves are modified into pitchers to catch and digest the insects. The pitcher of nepenthes is modified lamina. The apex of leaf is modified into lid which covers the opening of pitcher.
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