About Drosera indica L.
Species Identity and Growth Form
Drosera indica L. is an unbranched annual herbaceous plant.
Root System and Height
It has a fibrous root system, and grows to a height between 5 and 50 cm (2 to 20 inches).
Leaf Shape and Length
Its leaves are narrowly linear, and can grow up to 10 cm (4 inches) long.
Leaf Pedicel Length
Each leaf is attached to a 1 to 1.5 cm (0.4 to 0.6 inch) long pedicel.
Growth Habit of Young Plants
Young Drosera indica L. plants grow upright.
Growth Habit of Mature Plants
As plants age, they develop scrambling stems, and only the newest growth maintains an upright growing habit.
Whole Plant Coloration
The whole plant can range in color from yellow-green to maroon.
Flower Petal Color
Its flower petals may be white, pink, orange, or purple.
Chromosome Count
This species has a chromosome count of 2n=28.
