Drosera brevifolia
About
A dwarf sundew, *Drosera brevifolia* is notable for its distinct wedge-shaped leaves and deep reddish-purple coloration, setting it apart from similar species like *Drosera capillaris*.
Field notes
Morphology
The plant is typically small, rarely exceeding 3 centimeters across, though some specimens can reach 5 cm. Its leaves are obovate to spatulate, measuring between 7 and 16 millimeters in length. Flower spikes can grow up to 15 cm, and flowers themselves are pink or white.
Distribution & habitat
Native to the southeastern United States, its range extends from eastern Texas eastward to Florida, and north to Virginia.
Ecology
It is often found growing in environments drier than typical carnivorous plant habitats, preferring wet, peaty, or sandy soils, and commonly found along the edges of marshes, ponds, and swamps.
Conservation
The species is listed as endangered in Kentucky and threatened in Tennessee.
Habitat
- Altitude
- Not recorded
- Altitude class
- —
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate