About
Known as the swamp rainbow, *Drosera heterophylla* is a notable perennial tuberous species distinguished by its unique, many-petaled white flowers, which are rare within the genus.
Field notes
Morphology
The plant produces small leaves along an erect stem that can reach heights of 10–30 cm (4–12 in).
Distribution & habitat
Endemic to Western Australia, growing in shallow water swamps or wet clay flats near granite outcrops, particularly in the vicinity of Perth and to its north.
History & etymology
The species was first described and named by John Lindley in his 1839 manuscript, A sketch of the vegetation of the Swan River Colony.
Habitat
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- Native To
- Australia
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate
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