Drosera Species, Pale Sundew, Shield Sundew

Droserapeltata

Genus
Drosera (DROSS-er-uh)
Species
peltata (pel-TAY-tuh)
Synonym
Drosera peltata subsp. peltata
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Carnivorous and Insectivorous
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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Lost Creek, TX | January 2013 | positive

This plant is difficult to grow.
It requires full sun, but temperatures between 35 and 70 degrees.
If it gets warmer, it wi...Read More

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