About
A large, evergreen tree from southeastern Australia to about 25m tall with smooth, powdery, white to grey bark, widely used for timber (ross's gum). Adult leaves are lance-shaped, pale to mid-green, and the tree produces small, white flowers in summer. An ornamental specimen tree for large, mild gardens.
About the genus
Drosera, commonly known as the sundews are one of the largest genera of carnivorous plants. They are perennial or (more rarely) annual, upright herbaceous plants forming either prostrate or upright rosettes, and can live for up to 50 years.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.