Great sundew
Drosera anglica
Great sundew is a fascinating carnivorous perennial that catches insects using sticky, gland-tipped leaves and is best grown in a mix of peat and perlite kept permanently wet with distilled or rainwater. It requires full to partial sun for at least 4-6 hours per day and will not tolerate fertilizers or mineral-rich water. This species is ideal for a sunny windowsill or terrarium for enthusiasts who enjoy the unique world of carnivorous plants.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
3″ – 12″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days • Keep Roots Sitting In A Shallow Tray Of Distilled Or Rainwater At All Times; Never Use Tap Water
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 10, 2019 by Sally Hudson (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.