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Drosera zeyheri

About

A notable species within the genus, *Drosera zeyheri* is endemic to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is often distinguished from related species like *D. cistiflora* by its generally smaller size and habit, sometimes presenting cauline leaves on the flower scape.

Field notes

Morphology

The species can present one to three leaves on the flower scape, and flowers can be white, pink, or red.

Distribution & habitat

Cape Provinces of South Africa.

History & etymology

First described by Terence Macleane Salter in a 1940 volume of the Journal of South African Botany.

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Habitat

Altitude
Not recorded
Altitude class
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Cultivation

Difficulty
intermediate
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