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Drosera filiformis

Also Known As

  • Drosera filiformis subsp. filiformis
  • Dewthread
  • Sundew
  • Thread Leaf Sundew

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Drosera filiformis plant details

Drosera filiformis is a deciduous perennial carnivorous aquatic bulb / corm / tuber with bronze and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Drosera filiformis

Plant type: perennial carnivorous aquatic bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: droseraceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Drosera filiformis

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average

Gardening facts about Drosera filiformis plant

How to Grow Drosera filiformis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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