Status:
valid
Authors:
Rivadavia
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Carniv. Pl. Newslett. 32(3): 85 (2003).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398562
Common Names
- Drosera camporupestris
- Camporupestris Drosera
- Climbing Sundew
Description
Drosera camporupestris (also called Camporupestris Sundew, among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant native to South Africa. It is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall, with red leaves and white flowers. It is found in wet meadows and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Drosera camporupestris is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Drosera camporupestris are small, white and bell-shaped, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are grayish-green in color, with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drosera camporupestris is a small, perennial, carnivorous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil, and full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse, as it is sensitive to cold temperatures.
Where to Find Drosera camporupestris
Drosera camporupestris can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Drosera camporupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drosera camporupestris?
Drosera camporupestris
What is the common name of Drosera camporupestris?
Camporupestris Sundew
What is the natural habitat of Drosera camporupestris?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Drosera genus
Drosera afra,
Drosera camporupestris,
Drosera coccipetala,
Drosera hartmeyerorum,
Drosera liniflora,
Drosera longiscapa,
Drosera pedicellaris,
Drosera peruensis,
Drosera rubrifolia,
Drosera variegata,
Drosera viridis,
Drosera allantostigma,
Drosera leucostigma,
Drosera patens,
Drosera prostrata,
Drosera rupicola,
Drosera sidjamesii,
Drosera gibsonii,
Drosera schwackei,
Drosera aberrans,
Drosera schmutzii,
Drosera solaris,
Drosera amazonica,
Drosera ericgreenii,
Drosera fontinalis,
Drosera ultramafica,
Drosera quartzicola,
Drosera hookeri,
Drosera acaulis,
Drosera adelae,
Drosera admirabilis,
Drosera affinis,
Drosera alba,
Drosera aliciae,
Drosera andersoniana,
Drosera anglica,
Drosera arcturi,
Drosera arenicola,
Drosera atrostyla,
Drosera auriculata,
Drosera badgerupii,
Drosera banksii,
Drosera barbigera,
Drosera beleziana,
Drosera bequaertii,
Drosera bicolor,
Drosera biflora,
Drosera binata,
Drosera brevicornis,
Drosera brevifolia,
Species in the Droseraceae family
Aldrovanda vesiculosa,
Dionaea muscipula,
Drosera afra,
Drosera camporupestris,
Drosera coccipetala,
Drosera hartmeyerorum,
Drosera liniflora,
Drosera longiscapa,
Drosera pedicellaris,
Drosera peruensis,
Drosera rubrifolia,
Drosera variegata,
Drosera viridis,
Drosera allantostigma,
Drosera leucostigma,
Drosera patens,
Drosera prostrata,
Drosera rupicola,
Drosera sidjamesii,
Drosera gibsonii,
Drosera schwackei,
Drosera aberrans,
Drosera schmutzii,
Drosera solaris,
Drosera amazonica,
Drosera ericgreenii,
Drosera fontinalis,
Drosera ultramafica,
Drosera quartzicola,
Drosera hookeri,
Drosera acaulis,
Drosera adelae,
Drosera admirabilis,
Drosera affinis,
Drosera alba,
Drosera aliciae,
Drosera andersoniana,
Drosera anglica,
Drosera arcturi,
Drosera arenicola,
Drosera atrostyla,
Drosera auriculata,
Drosera badgerupii,
Drosera banksii,
Drosera barbigera,
Drosera beleziana,
Drosera bequaertii,
Drosera bicolor,
Drosera biflora,
Drosera binata,