Overview
Drosera filiformis is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Drosera, part of the Droseraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Drosera filiformis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Drosera filiformis, commonly known as Tracy's sundew or the thread-leaved sundew, is a small, insectivorous, rosette-forming species of perennial herb. A species of sundew, it is unusual within its genus in that the long, erect, filiform (thread-like) leaves of this plant unroll in spirals – an arrangement similar to the circinate vernation seen in ferns.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Drosera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Drosera filiformis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Drosera filiformis
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Drosera filiformis?
Drosera filiformis prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Drosera filiformis need?
Drosera filiformis grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Drosera filiformis hardy in the UK?
Drosera filiformis has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Drosera filiformis?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Drosera genus
- Drosera anglicagreat sundew
- Drosera auriculataclimbing sundew
- Drosera binata var. binata
- Drosera brevifolia
- Drosera callistos
- Drosera capillaris
- Drosera cistiflora
- Drosera dilatatopetiolaris
