Tropical Sundew

Drosera burmannii

Tropical Sundew

Jan Wieneke

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Droseraceae
Genus:
Drosera
Species:
Drosera burmannii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual | Biennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
Less than 6 in
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
pink, white

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to nutrient-poor, sandy soils in tropical regions