ADA Jungle Plant - Drosera adalae
Drosera adelae – The Lance-Leaf Sundew
Bring a touch of the rainforest to your home with the Drosera adelae, a striking carnivorous plant native to the shaded, humid forests of northeastern Australia. Known for its elegant, sword-shaped leaves coated in glistening mucilage, this sundew uses its sticky secretions to trap and digest small insects — a natural and fascinating form of pest control.
Key Features:
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Unique Appearance: Long, narrow, deep green leaves form a rosette, often displaying a subtle red hue under brighter light.
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Carnivorous Action: Leaves are lined with dew-like glands that attract, trap, and digest insects.
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Delicate Blooms: Produces slender stalks of star-shaped, pink to purple flowers, adding charm without overwhelming its compact form.
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Great for Terrariums: Thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it ideal for terrariums, greenhouses, or well-maintained windowsills.
Care Tips:
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Light: Bright, indirect light; can tolerate lower light levels compared to other sundews.
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Water: Keep soil consistently moist with distilled, rain, or reverse-osmosis water.
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Humidity: Prefers 60–80% humidity for optimal health.
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Soil: Use nutrient-poor, acidic media such as sphagnum moss or a peat-perlite mix.
Whether you're a seasoned carnivorous plant collector or just starting your botanical journey, Drosera adelae offers an exotic, low-maintenance beauty with captivating insect-catching capabilities.
