Plants in family droseraceae
Drosera filiformis 'Florida Red'
Drosera filiformis 'Florida Red', commonly known as the threadleaf sundew, is a vigorous carnivorous plant that turns red in full sun. This plant is known for its ability to catch insects, making it a natural pest control option for gardens. Drosera filiformis 'Florida Red' does not require dormancy, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its unique appearance and ecological benefits make it a popular choice for bog gardens and other wetland settings. This plant's ability to thrive in various conditions and its striking coloration make it a standout choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Drosera intermedia
Drosera intermedia, also known as the oblong-leaved sundew, is a petite carnivorous plant native to various regions including North America and Europe. It forms a rosette of spoon-shaped leaves covered in sticky tentacles that trap insects. This plant blooms with small white flowers from June to August and thrives in extremely wet, boggy conditions. It undergoes dormancy in winter, forming a hibernaculum.
Drosera nidiformis
Drosera nidiformis, a tropical African sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to the wetlands of South Africa. Known for its sticky, insect-trapping leaves, this medium-sized sundew exhibits a fascinating thigmotropic response, curling its leaves around prey. It features green leaves with red tentacles and produces pink flowers in summer. The plant thrives in nutrient-poor, acidic soils and requires warm conditions, as it does not tolerate cold or undergo dormancy. Its unique adaptations make it a captivating addition to any carnivorous plant collection.
Aldrovanda vesiculosa
Aldrovanda vesiculosa is a unique carnivorous plant, the only extant species in its genus, known for capturing small aquatic invertebrates with its rapid-moving traps. These traps are arranged in whorls around a central, free-floating stem, resembling wide-mouth clams. This rootless aquatic plant thrives in warm, shallow, peaty waters and is considered a living fossil due to its monotypic status. It reproduces vegetatively and is intolerant of habitat degradation, making it a rare and fascinating species.
Drosera filiformis
Drosera filiformis, also known as the Thread-leaf Sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to the eastern United States. It features long, red, thread-like tentacles that glisten in sunlight and pink flowers on tall scapes from May to June. This plant prefers open, sunny bog conditions and tolerates drier conditions than most sundews.
Drosera 'Lantau Island X Anglica'
Drosera 'Lantau Island X Anglica' is a hybrid sundew with a large rosette of paddle-shaped leaves in deep burgundy red. It features numerous tentacles with sparkling "dew drops" and sterile pink blossoms on multi-flowered scapes. This plant thrives in open, sunny, boggy conditions and requires a winter rest for optimal growth.
Drosera paleacea
Drosera paleacea is a pygmy sundew species native to the peaty wetlands of Southwestern Australia. It features orangey-red to red leaves in a dense rosette and produces small, fragrant white flowers in mid-summer. This carnivorous plant thrives in sunny, humid conditions with sandy-peat soil, making it a fascinating addition to any collection of exotic plants.
Drosera paleacea ssp. roseana
Drosera paleacea ssp. roseana is a pygmy sundew from Western Australia, known for its orangey-red leaves in a dense rosette. It thrives in sunny, humid spots with sandy-peat soil and produces small, fragrant white flowers in mid-summer.
Drosera platystigma
Drosera platystigma, an Australian Pygmy Sundew, is a carnivorous plant known for its sticky, dew-covered leaves that trap insects. It requires full sun or bright light and special water needs, such as rainwater or distilled water, to thrive. The plant should be kept in a shallow tray of water and should not dry out for more than a day. This sundew is a fascinating addition to any collection of carnivorous plants.
Drosera binata 'T Form'
Drosera binata 'T Form' is a medium-height sundew native to Australia and New Zealand, known for its unique forked leaves that develop a red hue in full sun. It thrives in wet, boggy conditions and is effective at trapping insects. This plant requires dormancy and is easy to propagate from roots or leaf cuttings.
Drosera 'California Sunset'
Drosera 'California Sunset' is a vigorous sundew hybrid with faint rosy red tentacles, thriving in open, sunny bog conditions. It competes well with other plants and forms a large, sturdy winter hibernacula, with pink flowers appearing from May to June.
Drosera darwinensis
Drosera darwinensis is a carnivorous plant native to the Northern Territory of Australia, known for its large circular traps that turn red under strong light. It prefers hot temperatures, high humidity, and a mix of peat and perlite, making it a unique addition to plant collections.
Drosera madagascariensis
Drosera madagascariensis is a carnivorous plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar, known for its robust stem-forming growth and alternate leaf arrangement. It can reach a height of up to 25 cm and produces inflorescences with 4-12 pink flowers. This tropical sundew thrives in swamps and sphagnum bogs, requiring bright light and warm conditions, making it a fascinating addition to collections of carnivorous plants.
Drosera pulchella 'Orange Flower'
Drosera pulchella 'Orange Flower' is a tiny Australian Pygmy sundew known for its carnivorous nature. It requires full sun or bright light and special water needs, such as rain or distilled water. This plant should not be allowed to dry out for more than a day.
Drosera capensis
Drosera capensis, commonly known as the Cape sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to the Cape region of South Africa. It features long, strap-like leaves adorned with red tentacles that glisten in sunlight, which are used to trap and digest small insects. This perennial plant forms a rosette up to 10 inches in diameter and produces pale-violet flowers in early summer. It thrives in nutrient-poor, waterlogged soils and requires full sun exposure. The Cape sundew does not undergo dormancy and can grow year-round in warm, bright conditions. It is known for its ease of cultivation, making it a popular choice for terrariums. Despite its beauty, it is considered invasive in some regions, including New Zealand and parts of the Americas. The plant's digestive process involves bending its tentacles towards trapped prey, secreting enzymes to break down the insects. It is cold hardy down to 40°F and can regrow from roots after a brief freeze.
Drosera binata 'Multifida Extrema'
Drosera binata 'Multifida Extrema' is a carnivorous plant with dewy fronds that catch flying pests. It thrives in full sun or bright lighting and requires water from rain, reverse osmosis, or distilled sources. This sundew is a fascinating addition to any carnivorous plant collection.
Drosera mannii
Drosera mannii is a carnivorous plant native to Western Australia, known for its sunny location preference and special water needs, such as distilled or rainwater. This pygmy sundew is a fascinating addition to carnivorous plant collections, requiring specific care to thrive.
Drosera hamiltonii
Drosera hamiltonii is a small, compact carnivorous plant native to coastal swamps in southwestern Australia. It features glandular leaves and pink flowers, preferring sunny spots with consistently moist, sandy-peaty soil. This plant is unique for its fused styles and requires high humidity.
Drosera prolifera
Drosera prolifera, commonly known as the 'hens and chicks' sundew, is a carnivorous plant native to Queensland, Australia. It is notable for its asexual reproduction, forming new plantlets along its stem. This sundew thrives in humid environments and is often found in its native wetland habitats. Its unique reproductive strategy and carnivorous nature make it an interesting plant for enthusiasts of unusual flora.
Drosera 'Hercules'
Drosera 'Hercules' is a hybrid sundew resembling a fat Cape Sundew, with medium-sized, long, wide strap-like leaves and red tentacles. It glistens in sunlight and traps insects with sticky dew, rolling its leaves over prey in about 30 minutes. This tropical plant grows year-round in warm, bright conditions, producing pink flowers on tall, multi-flowered scapes.
Dionaea muscipula 'Sd Kronos'
Dionaea muscipula 'Sd Kronos' is a robust Venus flytrap known for its large traps and vibrant color. Native to the Carolinas, it can be grown outdoors or on a sunny windowsill. This hardy plant thrives in boggy, open savannahs and can withstand cold fronts down to 15°F, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.
Drosera spatulata
Drosera spatulata, commonly known as the tropical sundew, is a small, perennial carnivorous plant with spoon-shaped leaves. It thrives in sunny, boggy conditions and is native to regions across Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. This plant is known for its red traps covered in tentacles that quickly move to capture prey. It does not require a dormancy period and can grow year-round if kept moist. The sundew produces pink or white flowers on erect scapes, especially in summer. It is hardy and prolific, often considered a weed due to its abundant seed production. Ideal for terrariums, it prefers a mix of peat and perlite and temperatures above 70°F. Its leaves can vary in color from orangey-green to maroon, adding visual interest to any collection.
Dionaea muscipula 'B52'
Dionaea muscipula 'B52' is a Venus flytrap cultivar known for its extremely large traps and vigorous growth. The traps can exceed 1.5 inches and develop a deep red color in good light. This plant requires a winter dormancy period and thrives in bright indoor light or full sun outdoors, making it suitable for bog gardens, greenhouses, or terrariums.
Drosera occidentalis
Drosera occidentalis is a carnivorous plant endemic to Western Australia, found in wetlands between Perth and Pinjarra. It has the smallest leaf-blades of any Drosera species, measuring just 1 millimeter in diameter. This unique plant is adapted to its specialized habitat.
Drosera anglica
Drosera anglica is a fascinating carnivorous plant known for its insect-trapping abilities, featuring lime green paddle-shaped leaves with red sticky tentacles. It forms a stemless rosette and thrives in wet, calcium-rich soils, often associated with sphagnum moss. This plant is widely distributed across northern regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, but is considered threatened in some areas like Minnesota. It blooms in summer with self-pollinating white flowers and requires a period of dormancy. Drosera anglica does not tolerate temperatures above 80°F and is easy to grow under the right conditions.
Drosera pygmaea
Drosera pygmaea, known as pygmy sundews, is a tiny carnivorous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It forms a rosette and measures only 8 to 18 mm in diameter. The plant produces pale flowers on stems that can reach up to 3 inches tall. Its small size and unique carnivorous nature make it an intriguing addition to collections of unusual plants.
Drosera barbigera 'Giant Form'
Drosera barbigera 'Giant Form' is a captivating carnivorous plant from Australia, known as a Pygmy sundew. Despite its tiny size, it requires full sun or bright light to thrive. This plant has special water needs, preferring rain, reverse osmosis, or distilled water, and should not dry out for more than a day. Its unique adaptation allows it to capture and digest insects, making it an intriguing addition to any plant collection. The sundew's sticky, glandular leaves are both functional and visually interesting. It's a fascinating choice for those interested in carnivorous plants.
Dionaea muscipula 'Australian Red Rosette'
Dionaea muscipula 'Australian Red Rosette' is a Venus flytrap variety known for its red traps and long teeth. It requires full sun or bright light and special soil conditions, using rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water. This carnivorous plant needs a winter dormancy period to thrive.
Drosera gibsonii
Drosera gibsonii, a pygmy sundew species, is a temperate carnivorous plant endemic to Stirling Range National Park in Western Australia. It is recognized for its vibrant rosette and requires a sunny location with special water needs, such as distilled or rainwater. This plant is related to Drosera silvicola and thrives in nutrient-poor environments.