Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
lusitanicum
ID:
794790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Link

Source:
wcs

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Neues J. Bot. 1(2): 53 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794123



Common Names

  • Drosophyllum lusitanicum
  • Lusitanicum Dew Plant
  • Lusitanicum Drosophyllum


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Description

Drosophyllum lusitanicum (also called Portuguese Dewplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Droseraceae. It is native to Portugal and Spain. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Drosophyllum lusitanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drosophyllum lusitanicum are white and tubular, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drosophyllum lusitanicum is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect sunlight and well-draining, moist soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Drosophyllum lusitanicum

Drosophyllum lusitanicum is native to Portugal and can be found in the Mediterranean climate.

Drosophyllum lusitanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drosophyllum lusitanicum?

Drosophyllum lusitanicum

What type of plant is Drosophyllum lusitanicum?

Drosophyllum lusitanicum is a shrub

Where is Drosophyllum lusitanicum native to?

Drosophyllum lusitanicum is native to Portugal

Species in the Drosophyllum genus

Species in the Drosophyllaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-332688: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.