Drosera x legrandii [Western Australia]

Drosera x legrandii , a natural hybrid between Drosera nitidula and Drosera australis, is a pygmy sundew named in honor of Ensign Le Grand, who played a crucial role in the safe navigation of the D’Entrecasteaux expedition. This compact perennial plant features rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves that measure approximately 0.25 to 0.35 inches across. The leaves are covered in glandular tentacles that secrete a sticky mucilage, enabling the plant to trap small insects, thus supplementing its nutrient intake. During spring, it produces delicate pink to white flowers on slender stalks, enhancing its ornamental appeal.Origin: Endemic to Cape Le Grand in Western Australia, Drosera × legrandii is only found in this specific region. The plant thrives in black silty sand within swampy heathland, where unique environmental conditions, including moisture and soil acidity, create an optimal growth environment. Its specific habitat reflects the specialized ecological niche that this hybrid occupies, making it an interesting subject for botanists and plant enthusiasts alike.Product Features:Thrives in nutrient-poor soils.Prefers full sunEnters a dormant phase during dry periods to conserve energySuited for nutrient-poor soilsProstrate growth habitAdditional info:For more info & photos visit our blog and our page Facebook and Instagram.