Pink sundew
Drosera capillaris
About
Drosera capillaris, also known as the pink sundew, is a species of carnivorous plant belonging to the family Droseraceae. It is native to the southern United States, the Greater Antilles, western and southern Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. It is critically endangered in some places and thrives in unique conditions like fires, as it allows new growth to flourish. The prey they capture gives them the majority of their nutrients and allows them to live in nutrient lacking environments. It's danger to being extinct is influenced by pollution. Human collection and hobbyists are also directly impacting the survival of this species and it is affecting surrounding species.
- Family
- Droseraceae
How to use it
The pink sundew is primarily known for its carnivorous nature, capturing insects to supplement its nutrient intake. It thrives in nutrient-poor soils and can be used in ecological restoration projects to help maintain biodiversity in its native habitats. Additionally, its unique appearance makes it an interesting ornamental plant for specialized gardens.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Drosera capillaris
- Slug
- drosera-capillaris
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Droseraceae
- Genus
- Drosera
- Species
- capillaris
- Wikidata QID
- Q146117
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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