Overview
Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Drosera, part of the Droseraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala 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 menziesii subsp. thysanosepala is a clump-forming cultivar of the Drosera genus, known commonly as sundews, which are carnivorous herbaceous plants. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH, maintaining moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for conservatories and greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is of interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or offsets.
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 menziesii subsp. thysanosepala 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 menziesii subsp. thysanosepala
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala?
Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala need?
Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala hardy in the UK?
Drosera menziesii subsp. thysanosepala 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 menziesii subsp. thysanosepala?
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
