Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
pedicellaris
ID:
399248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lowrie

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 59 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398580

Common Names

  • Drosera pedicellaris
  • Pedicellaris Drosera
  • Stalked Sundew

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Description

Drosera pedicellaris (also called Pedicellate Sundew, among many other common names) is a species of carnivorous plant in the family Droseraceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping stem, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the south-western part of Western Australia. It is found in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Drosera pedicellaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drosera pedicellaris 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drosera pedicellaris 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 pedicellaris

Drosera pedicellaris is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Drosera pedicellaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drosera pedicellaris?

Drosera pedicellaris

What is the common name of Drosera pedicellaris?

Pink Sundew

What type of plant is Drosera pedicellaris?

Carnivorous plant

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-241506: Based on the initial data import
Allen Lowrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowrie' in the authors string.