Drosera capensis
Cape Sundew
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Droseraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or subshrub.
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Drosera capensis (commonly known as Cape Sundew) is a herbaceous perennial or shrub within the Droseraceae family. It is found natively in Africa. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces
Introduced Range
An “Introduced” distribution indicates that the plant is recorded outside its native range in that region as a result of deliberate or accidental human introduction. Introduced records may include casual, naturalized or invasive populations, but do not include plants that are only cultivated or planted without self-sustaining populations.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
California, New South Wales