Plants in genus drosera
Drosera callistos
Drosera callistos is a species of pygmy sundew from Western Australia, known for its beautiful appearance. These tiny carnivorous plants require full sun and special water needs, such as rain or distilled water.
Drosera binata
Drosera binata, commonly known as the forked sundew, is a fascinating carnivorous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It features narrow, branching leaves that are dichotomously divided, making it an effective insect trapper. This perennial thrives in coastal areas below 3,280 feet and can be found in both temperate and tropical climates. Some varieties, like the T-form, have green foliage that turns red with age, while others, such as var. dichotoma, display yellowish leaves with multiple leaf points. The plant is known for its large, sprawling growth and pink glandular leaves. It prefers open, sunny, boggy conditions and requires high-quality water, such as rain or distilled water. Drosera binata can flower multiple times from June to September, producing white blossoms on tall red scapes. It is easily propagated by division of its thick, black, hairy roots and is suitable for bog gardens, greenhouses, and indoor cultivation.
Drosera spatulata 'Gold Coast'
Drosera spatulata 'Gold Coast' is a tropical sundew known for its vivid cherry red color and sticky dew that traps flying pests. This carnivorous plant does not require dormancy and thrives in full sun. It has special water needs, requiring rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water, and should sit in a shallow tray of water to maintain its moisture levels.
Drosera falconeri
Drosera falconeri is a carnivorous plant native to the Northern Territory of Australia, resembling the Venus flytrap. It thrives in hot temperatures, high humidity, and lots of light, with a unique growth cycle of six months dry dormancy followed by a wet growing season. This plant is known for its mucilage-producing glands and is considered challenging to cultivate.
Drosera 'Dreamsicle'
Drosera 'Dreamsicle' is a threadleaf hybrid known for its orangey dew drops and pale pink flowers. This carnivorous plant requires full sun and distilled or purified water, thriving in temperatures ranging from 15 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It needs a period of winter dormancy to maintain its health.
Drosera capensis 'Narrow Red Leaf'
Drosera capensis 'Narrow Red Leaf' is a carnivorous plant known for its bright red coloration when grown in full sun. It is slightly slower growing than other Cape Sundews and features darker pink flowers on shorter scapes. This plant is effective at catching gnats and fruit flies and is cold hardy down to 40 degrees. It thrives in full sun and requires sitting in a few inches of distilled or rainwater.
Drosera 'Andromeda'
Drosera 'Andromeda' is a hybrid sundew plant with intricate, sticky tentacles that capture insects. This intermediate tropical plant is a cross between Schizandra and prolifera, making it a fascinating addition to any carnivorous plant collection.
Drosera filiformis 'Giant'
Drosera filiformis 'Giant' is a sundew species native to the eastern United States, known for its threadlike leaves that capture insects. This temperate plant goes dormant in winter, making it a fascinating addition to carnivorous plant collections. Its unique appearance and insect-catching abilities make it a popular choice for enthusiasts interested in unusual and functional plants. The plant thrives in sunny, moist environments, adding a touch of the exotic to any garden.
Drosera capensis 'Narrow Leaf'
Drosera capensis 'Narrow Leaf' is a carnivorous plant with thin, delicate leaves adorned with red tentacles. It thrives in full sun and is cold hardy down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit, capable of regrowing from roots after a freeze. This plant catches gnats and flies with its sticky leaves and produces pink flowers on long, arching scapes.
Drosera capillaris 'Giant'
Drosera capillaris 'Giant' is a carnivorous plant native to moist bogs in the southeastern United States. It features tiny, paddle-like leaves covered in sticky droplets to trap insects. This giant form grows up to 2 inches across and produces small pink flowers in summer, making it an intriguing addition to pots and terrariums.
Drosera capensis 'Icps Giant'
Drosera capensis 'Icps Giant' is a carnivorous plant that thrives in full sun and is cold hardy down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. It requires direct light to produce its characteristic dew and should be kept in a small saucer of water. This plant is easy to grow and can regrow from its roots after a brief freeze.
Drosera spatulata 'Tamlin'
Drosera spatulata 'Tamlin' is a lowland tropical plant that thrives in hot temperatures, high humidity, and lots of light. It requires a 6-month dry dormancy and a 6-month wet growing season, although it can grow year-round if kept wet. A mix of half peat and half perlite is recommended for its growth.
Drosera caduca
Drosera caduca is a carnivorous plant from Northern Territory, Australia, known for its long petioles and circular traps. It prefers hot temperatures, lots of light, and high humidity, experiencing a 6-month dry dormancy and a 6-month wet growing season. This plant grows in white sandy soils and produces white flowers from December to July.
Drosera pulchella 'Big Brook'
Native to Western Australia, this sundew requires a sunny location and has special water needs, preferring distilled, reverse osmosis, or rain water.
Drosera binata 'Marston Dragon'
This easy-to-grow sundew is an excellent bug catcher, growing 6-12 inches tall. It is semi-tropical and does not require dormancy, thriving in open, sunny, boggy conditions. The plant has forking and curved tips on mature leaves and requires rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water.
Drosera capensis 'Wide Leaf'
Drosera capensis 'Wide Leaf' is a robust form of the Cape Sundew, known for its wide leaves and petioles. This carnivorous plant is easy to grow from seed and is a popular choice for those interested in cultivating sundews.
Drosera filiformis 'Florida Giant'
Drosera filiformis 'Florida Giant' is a carnivorous plant native to the Florida Panhandle, known for its thread-like leaves with red tentacles. It can grow up to 20 inches tall and requires full sun and a constant supply of distilled or purified water. This plant undergoes winter dormancy, dying back to hibernacula during the colder months.
Drosera 'Marston Dragon'
Drosera 'Marston Dragon' is a hybrid carnivorous plant known for its moderate frost tolerance and brief winter dormancy. It thrives in full sun outdoors and requires a constant supply of distilled or purified water. This plant can withstand temperatures ranging from 25°F to 105°F, making it a resilient addition to carnivorous plant collections.
Drosera capensis 'Alba Narrow Leaf'
Drosera capensis 'Alba Narrow Leaf' is an albino form of the Cape Sundew, lacking red pigment and featuring white flowers. This carnivorous plant catches gnats, fruit flies, and house flies, thriving in full sun indoors or outdoors. It is cold hardy down to 40 degrees and can regrow from roots after a freeze, making it a resilient and fascinating addition to plant collections.