Drosera longifolia L. is a rejected, ambiguous name that has been applied to two species of carnivorous plant:
Drosera anglica Drosera intermedia
How to keep Drosera Longifolia.
Water
Drosera does well in a moist and not soggy climate. It's crucial that the plant soil should never dry, it's important to never let the soil dry out since it might greatly affect the pitcher's
Temperature
Drosera is a subtropical plant, they can do well in moderate temperatures of between (50°F to 95°F) it can also tolerate lower or higher temperatures although not for long if exposed to lower temperature for a long time. It also thrives well when humidity is 50% or more.
Fertilizer
Drosera does not require fertilizer but when it's planted indoors it's good to use the fertilizer in small amounts. Maxsea can be applied once in a month, ¼ of the fertilizer can be mixed with a gallon of water and sprayed on the plants
Pruning
Drosera does not require much pruning though you may prune the dead stem and old leaves, while pruning use clean knife to avoid infection and bacterial infections
Toxicity
Drosera is not toxic, and it's considered safe to human and pets, in fact some people use Drosera as homeopathic medicine
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The toxicity and danger assessments provided are for reference only. We do not assure their accuracy, so it's crucial not to depend on them. Seek professional advice when necessary for accurate guidance.
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Drosera
- Family
- Droseraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 6–11 (depends on species)
Other names.
