ADA IC372 Drosera adelae – Lance-Leaved Sundew for Terrariums
Drosera adelae is a tropical, rosette-forming sundew with long, sticky, lance-shaped leaves that trap small insects. It thrives in high humidity and brings captivating carnivorous action to terrarium and aqua-terrarium settings.
Plant Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Type |
Carnivorous / Terrarium |
| Origin |
Queensland, Australia |
| Growth Rate |
Medium |
| Height |
10–25 cm |
| Light Demand |
Low to Medium |
| Humidity Demand |
High (80–90%) |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
| Plant Use |
Terrarium Accent |
Care & Growing Tips
- Keep in high-humidity environments—ideal for glass terrariums and aqua-terrariums.
- Provide low to moderate indirect light; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf burn :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
- Use nutrient-poor, acidic substrate (e.g., peat and sand); keep it moist or slightly waterlogged :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
- Water with soft, low-mineral water (distilled, rain, or reverse-osmosis).
- Feeds annually through insect capture; avoid fertilisers as they may harm the plant.
- Propagates easily via root runners or leaf/runner cuttings :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Planting & Setup Recommendations
- Position above the waterline or in moist substrate within terrariums.
- Maintain consistent humidity (at least 60%, ideally 80–90%).
- Ensure indirect light environment—a north or east window or under terrarium lighting.
- Ideal for stream or rainforest edge themed paludariums with shallow water.