About
A notable perennial species, *Drosera viridis* is distinguished by its leaves remaining a vibrant green color even when exposed to full sunlight, unlike some related species. It is found in wet, waterlogged habitats across several South American countries.
Field notes
Morphology
The leaves are spatulate, measuring approximately 5 to 28 mm long, and are entirely green. Each plant produces one to three erect or ascending inflorescences, which can reach 7.5–30 cm long, bearing two to twelve light to dark lilac-colored flowers.
Distribution & habitat
It is known from eastern Paraná and São Paulo and central Santa Catarina in Brazil, at elevations ranging from 550–1,100 m. It may also be found in adjacent Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Ecology
The species grows in waterlogged habitats among grasses, preferring white-clayey, reddish lateritic, or humus-rich black-brown soils. It can sometimes be found submerged with only the leaves above water.
History & etymology
The species was first described by Fernando Rivadavia in 2003. Rivadavia chose the epithet viridis to refer to the green color of the plants even when exposed to full sun.
Habitat
- Altitude
- 550–1,100 m
- Altitude Class
- intermediate
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate
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