Linear Leafed Sundew Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Linear Leafed Sundew is a carnivorous perennial plant valued for its narrow leaves, upright growth habit, and specialized glandular foliage used for insect capture. It is commonly grown in carnivorous plant collections, terrariums, bog gardens, and specialized containers. The plant performs best in bright light with acidic, nutrient-poor, consistently moist growing media. Suitable for warm and humid plant collections, Linear Leafed Sundew provides unique foliage structure and botanical interest.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial plant with narrow linear leaves
• Produces specialized glandular foliage structures
• Suitable for terrariums, bog gardens, and carnivorous plant collections
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor growing media
• Performs well in bright light to full sun
• Suitable for warm and humid growing environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Drosera linearifolia
• Common Name (US): Linear Leafed Sundew, Linear-Leaved Sundew
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial rosette
• USDA Zones: 3–8
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Winter to Spring
• Sowing Season Months: December–April
• Germination: 30–90 days after cold stratification; may vary depending on conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Bright Light
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix (sphagnum peat and silica sand)
• Watering Needs: High; keep growing media consistently moist using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: 4–12 in tall, 4–8 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 4–8 in apart