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Drosera fragrans

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About

This notable sundew, *Drosera fragrans*, is distinguished by the strong, sweet fragrance of its leaves and stem, which is described as having a scent reminiscent of honeydew melon.

Field notes

Distribution & habitat

Endemic to the north of Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

History & etymology

Described by Allen Lowrie in 2014. The species name refers to the strong sweet scent produced by the plant's leaves and stem.

Conservation

Assessed as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List.

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Habitat

Altitude
Not recorded
Altitude class
—
Native to
Australia

Cultivation

Difficulty
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