Oblong-leaf Sundew
Drosera intermedia
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
2"–8" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 27 more states
Oblong-leaf sundew is a tiny carnivorous plant that forms small rosettes of sticky, reddish leaves that catch insects. It produces delicate white flowers on thin stalks during summer and thrives in constantly moist, boggy conditions.
In an HOA neighborhood
Oblong-leaf Sundew takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely small size makes it nearly invisible in landscaping
- Carnivorous nature may concern neighbors
- Requires bog-like conditions unsuitable for typical yards
Wildlife value
This plant attracts small flying insects which get trapped by its sticky leaves, making it more of a predator than a pollinator supporter in the garden ecosystem.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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