How to grow rainforest shade-loving Drosera (sundews)

Rainforest sundews are a narrow group of carnivorous plants that occur in very small, unique locations. Their distinctiveness lies in their adaptation to shade, as they do not seek sunny habitats. Below is a concise guide How to grow rainforest shade-loving Drosera (sundews), broken down by the conditions they need:

Light conditions: These plants do not tolerate strong light. They thrive in shaded environments.

Temperature: Maintain typical room temperature throughout the year.

Substrate: Use clean fibrous peat mixed with silica sand or perlite in a 2:1 ratio.

Humidity: It is essential to provide higher air humidity. Ideally, place the plants in a terrarium or a glass container.

Watering: The plants should always stand in water. Water from below by placing the pot in a tray.

Fertilizing: During the growing season, the plants can be „fed“ with insects if they cannot catch their own. If prey is accessible, they will capture it themselves. Other forms of fertilizing are unsuitable.

Photographs of rainforest sundews can be viewed in the „My Collection“ section.

Representatives:

Drosera adelae

Drosera prolifera

Drosera schizandra

Drosera andromeda (kříženec Drosera schizandra x Drosera prolifera)