Whittaker's Sundew
NameWhittaker's Sundew
Species NameDrosera whittakeri
Common NameWhittaker's Sundew
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Foliage TypeRosette of carnivorous leaves with sticky tentacles
Height (cm)8
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesCarnivorous leaves with glistening mucilage, prominent white flowers, tuberous sundew species.
Description
This specimen of Whittaker's Sundew displays a compact rosette of green and reddish carnivorous leaves, each tipped with sticky mucilage. Two prominent white flowers with five petals are currently in bloom, rising above the foliage.
