* Turgidity is about water pressure, not pigments: Turgor pressure is the pressure exerted by the contents of a cell against its cell wall. This is primarily due to the movement of water into the cell, making it plump and rigid.
* Red pigments are related to other factors: Red pigments, like anthocyanins, are produced by plants for various reasons, including:
* Protection from UV radiation
* Attracting pollinators
* Signaling stress or damage
* As antioxidants
There's no direct link between turgidity and red pigment production. The presence of red pigments is a separate trait determined by the plant's genetics and its environmental conditions.
Example: A plant with leaves containing red pigments can be turgid or flaccid. Similarly, a plant with green leaves (lacking red pigments) can be turgid or flaccid.
It's important to avoid confusing different cellular processes.