Sun Dew Collection
"Discover the Great Sun-Dew: Drosera anglica, a Fascinating Carnivorous Plant" Get ready to be captivated by the enchanting world of sun-dews
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"Discover the Great Sun-Dew: Drosera anglica, a Fascinating Carnivorous Plant" Get ready to be captivated by the enchanting world of sun-dews. One remarkable species, known as the Great Sun-Dew or Drosera anglica, can be found in various locations around the globe. From Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Florida to Apalachicola National Forest and even as far as British Columbia in Canada, these carnivorous plants thrive in diverse environments. Venturing into Canada's British Columbia region reveals an abundance of sun-dews. Their delicate yet deadly nature is showcased through their sticky mucilage-covered leaves that trap unsuspecting insects. In Africa's Madagascar, another captivating variety of sundew awaits discovery. Witnessing the symbiotic relationship between sundews and common blue butterflies is truly awe-inspiring. The Round-leaved Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) acts as both predator and host for these beautiful creatures like Polymmatus icarus. Caught on its sticky leaf surface, they become part of this fascinating botanical ecosystem. For those seeking unique plant specimens with extraordinary adaptations, look no further than the Portuguese Sundew (Drosophyllum lusitanicum). Its new leaves boast glandular hairs covered in sticky mucilage—a perfect trap for unsuspecting prey. Italy offers a glimpse into nature's intricate web with its Round-leaved Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia). Here you can observe up-close how glandular hairs on its leaves capture insects within their sticky embrace during June. Meanwhile, Hothfield Heathlands in Kent, England showcases this same species at its finest during August—its vibrant green foliage adorned with glistening droplets of mucilage. The world of sun-dews beckons explorers who appreciate nature's ingenuity and beauty. These captivating plants offer a window into an astonishing realm where survival depends on cunning traps and sticky secretions.