Drosera oblanceolata is a species that grows in the South East corner of China and is the country's only endemic sundew. The form most common in cultivation originates from Lantau Island in Hong Kong. I have seen the plants in the wild a few times and have come to understand how it grows. Drosera oblanceolata originates from the subtropical climate of Sunset Peak in Hong Kong. It can develop stunning red coloration when given enough light. This striking sundew is becoming a bit more common in cultivation in recent times, but is still fairly difficult to obtain.
Drosera oblanceolata (Sunset Peak, Hong Kong), a very beautiful sundew
The Sundew Grow Guides is a collection of in-depth horticultural articles dedicated to the species of the Drosera genus. This site covers everything a beginner to experienced sundew grower will ever need to know about growing sundews. This site is a collaborative effort by several people, and pages are all written by experienced growers. Drosera oblanceolata Y.Z.Ruan First published in Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19: 340 (1981) This species is accepted The native range of this species is China (SE. Guangxi, Hong Kong, SW. Guangdong). It is a perennial and grows primarily in the subtropical biome. Taxonomy Distribution Publications Other data Distribution KBD Native to: China Southeast Drosera oblanceolata 9 reviews $15.95 Quantity Add to cart Ease to Grow: Easy Dormancy: No Native Range: Cool highlands of Sunset Peak, Hong Kong Zones: 8-9 (7-10) The Sunset Peak Sundew, Drosera oblanceolata, is an Asian delight. It is easy to grow with dark red traps and beautiful glistening tentacles in full sun. Drosera sp. - Cuba 2 £ 2.50; Sarracenia flava var. rugelli - Milton Florida, Ex Pat Barnes £ 2.50; Sarracenia 'Brooks Hybrid' x 'Slacks Mooreana' £ 2.50; Sarracenia moorei 'Marston' x oreophila £ 2.50
Plants in the Wild Drosera oblanceolata and its Hybrids Fierce Flora
Drosera oblanceolata, also called Sundet Peak Sundew, is a carnivorous plant that displays rosettes covered in sticky hairs that capture insects. Carnivorous plants survive best in containers. Plant and grow in moist to wet soil mix: 50% peat moss, 50% perlite. Water with pure, low mineral water. Do not fertilize or force feed. Out of stock Hi, any tips on growing correctly drosera oblanceolata greatly appreciated! I have mine growing with my petiolaris complex/byblis, high light, 60%humidity,50/50 peat/perilite, tray water-seems to be retracting. My only one really hate to lose it. thanks for any help, Good growing-Katie Capsule 3-valved. Seeds black, ellipsoid-globose, ca. 0.3 mm; venation scrobiculate. Fl. and fr. May-Oct. Provided by: [ B ]. Flora of China @ efloras.org Source: [ 1 ]. Bibliography 1 "Drosera oblanceolata Y. Z. Ruan in Flora of China @ efloras.org" eFlora. 37 Share 3.8K views 12 years ago Drosera oblanceolata is a beautiful red sundew from Sunset Peak, Hong Kong. Sometimes, it seems I'm unable to convey the true shape/size of each sundew species.
PlantFiles Pictures Sundew (Drosera oblanceolata), 1 by sundewman
The Carnivorous Plant Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no: 281423 Drosera neocaledonica x oblanceolata is a carnivorous plant from the sundew family. The plant is known for its furry petioles and deep red color. Provide this plant with bright light and constant wet conditions. This species could grow indoors, larger terraria, greenhouses and could be kept outside in spring and summer. Quantity: Price: € 0.00.
Drosera spatulata and Drosera oblanceolata are supposed to be separated, in part, by hirsute vs. glabrous scapes; since all the Drosera at Lantau have more or less glabrous scapes, that characteristic seems to be of little use in defining the local flora. Bibliography. HK Herbarium - Drosera oblanceolata; Tags: Carnivorous Plants, China. Drosera oblanceolata is a species of plants with 18 observations
Drosera oblanceolata (Sunset Peak, Hong Kong), a very beautiful sundew
Drosera oblanceolata on the peaks of Lantau Island. A close relative but distinct species, Drosera oblanceolata, grows in the mountains of Hong Kong in exposed meadows above the tree line. The species is characterised by a long hairy petiole that is clearly distinct from the lamina. Drosera oblanceolata Range: Southeastern China and Hong Kong This is a beautiful but still somewhat uncommon plant in cultivation, often confused with Drosera spatulata and putative hybrids. In the wild this species is recorded from Guangxi Province around Yaoshan down to the coast around Yangjiang and Hong Kong.
