A Small Poem Collection Zine of Strange Flora

The Venus flytrap is a carnivorous plant that traps and digests insects. It has leaves that are lined with tiny hairs that are sensitive to touch. When an insect lands on a leaf, the hairs trigger the leaf to close, trapping the insect inside. The leaf then produces enzymes that digest the insect, and the plant absorbs the nutrients.

The Venus flytrap is a fascinating plant that is well-adapted to its environment. It is able to survive in nutrient-poor soils by trapping and digesting insects. The Venus flytrap is also a beautiful plant, with its bright green leaves and delicate flowers.

<u>Venus Flytrap</u> Oh, Venus flytrap, with your leaves so green, And your teeth so sharp and keen, You trap and eat the insects that dare to land, And digest them with your enzymes grand. You are a strange and wondrous plant, A carnivore with a deadly chant, But I cannot help but admire your ways, And the beauty that your leaves display.

Corpse Flower

The corpse flower is a rare and unusual plant that is native to the rainforests of Sumatra. It is known for its large, stinky flower, which can grow up to 3 feet in diameter. The flower smells like rotting flesh, which attracts insects that help to pollinate the plant.

The corpse flower is a fascinating plant, but it is also a very endangered plant. There are only a few hundred plants left in the wild, and they are threatened by habitat loss and poaching.

<u>Corpse Flower</u> Oh, corpse flower, with your petals so pale, And your stench that makes the strongest quail, You bloom only once in a decade or more, And your flowers smell like rotting gore. You are a strange and wondrous plant, A botanical marvel, a fragrant taunt, But I cannot help but admire your ways, And the beauty that your flower displays.

Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are a genus of flowering plants that are native to Asia and the Americas. They are known for their large, colorful flowers, which can be blue, pink, purple, or white. The color of the flowers is determined by the pH of the soil in which the plant is grown.

Hydrangeas are beautiful plants that are popular for use in gardens and landscaping. They are also relatively easy to care for, making them a good choice for beginner gardeners.

<u>Hydrangea</u> Oh, hydrangea, with your petals so bright, And your colors that change with the light, You are a beautiful and versatile plant, A garden favorite, an elegant enchant. Your flowers are large and showy, A sight to behold, a botanical trophy, And your leaves are a deep, rich green, A backdrop for your flowers, a serene scene. I love to see you in bloom, When your flowers are at their peak, And your fragrance fills the air, A sweet perfume, a floral mystique.

Mistletoe

Mistletoe is a parasitic plant that grows on the branches of trees. It has evergreen leaves and white berries. Mistletoe is a popular plant for use in Christmas decorations, and it is often used in kissing rituals.

Mistletoe is a fascinating plant with a long history of use in folklore and medicine. It is a symbol of love and fertility, and it is often used in rituals to promote good luck and health.

<u>Mistletoe</u> Oh, mistletoe, with your berries so white, And your leaves that are evergreen and bright, You are a symbol of love and of cheer, A plant that is held dear. I love to see you hanging high, In the branches of a tree, And I love to kiss beneath your leaves, And feel your magic energy. You are a plant of mystery and of myth, A plant that is full of grace, And I believe in your power to bring good luck, And to keep away the evil race.

Sunflower

Sunflowers are a genus of flowering plants that are native to the Americas. They are known for their large, yellow flowers, which can grow up to 12 inches in diameter. Sunflowers are a popular choice for use in gardens and landscaping, and they are also a