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You will receive a similar plant to the one photographed and not necessarily the same. If you would like a photo of the exact plant we are sending, just drop us a line! Pots and plants are sold separately unless otherwise specified in the listing.
Meet the wonderfully weird Drosera adelae, also known as the Lance Leaf Sundew. Native to the humid rainforests of Queensland, Australia, this carnivorous plant catches tiny insects using its long, glossy leaves covered in sparkling sticky droplets. The “dew” looks beautiful in the light, but for fungus gnats and fruit flies it’s the end of the road.
Unlike some fussier carnivorous plants, Drosera adelae is surprisingly easygoing and great for beginners who want to try something a bit unusual. It slowly spreads over time by producing new plantlets from its roots, so a happy plant can eventually form a little colony.
Light Bright, indirect light is ideal. A sunny windowsill works well, but avoid harsh direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves. Under good light the plant produces more of those signature sticky droplets.
Watering This is a bog plant, so it likes consistently moist soil. Keep the pot sitting in a shallow tray of rainwater or distilled water so the soil never dries out. Avoid tap water if possible, as minerals can build up in the soil over time.
Temperature Happy in normal household temperatures between 18–28°C. It enjoys humidity but is generally tolerant of typical indoor conditions.
Potting Carnivorous plants need nutrient-poor soil. We recommend planting in plain sphagnum moss. Avoid standard houseplant compost and fertiliser.
Hot Tips If fungus gnats are plaguing your houseplants, Drosera adelae can actually help catch them. Don’t worry about feeding it - if it’s near other plants it will usually catch plenty on its own. If the sticky droplets disappear, it’s usually a sign the plant wants a bit more light.
Pet Safety Not considered toxic to pets, but best kept out of reach as the delicate leaves can be easily damaged.
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Drosera adelae - Lance Leaf Sundew
Meet the wonderfully weird Drosera adelae, also known as the Lance Leaf Sundew. Native to the humid rainforests of Queensland, Australia, this carnivorous plant catches tiny insects using its long, glossy leaves covered in sparkling sticky droplets. The “dew” looks beautiful in the light, but for fungus gnats and fruit flies it’s the end of the road.
Unlike some fussier carnivorous plants, Drosera adelae is surprisingly easygoing and great for beginners who want to try something a bit unusual. It slowly spreads over time by producing new plantlets from its roots, so a happy plant can eventually form a little colony.
Light Bright, indirect light is ideal. A sunny windowsill works well, but avoid harsh direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves. Under good light the plant produces more of those signature sticky droplets.
Watering This is a bog plant, so it likes consistently moist soil. Keep the pot sitting in a shallow tray of rainwater or distilled water so the soil never dries out. Avoid tap water if possible, as minerals can build up in the soil over time.
Temperature Happy in normal household temperatures between 18–28°C. It enjoys humidity but is generally tolerant of typical indoor conditions.
Potting Carnivorous plants need nutrient-poor soil. We recommend planting in plain sphagnum moss. Avoid standard houseplant compost and fertiliser.
Hot Tips If fungus gnats are plaguing your houseplants, Drosera adelae can actually help catch them. Don’t worry about feeding it - if it’s near other plants it will usually catch plenty on its own. If the sticky droplets disappear, it’s usually a sign the plant wants a bit more light.
Pet Safety Not considered toxic to pets, but best kept out of reach as the delicate leaves can be easily damaged.
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Every plant is uniqueThe plant you receive will be similar to the one photographed, but not identical. Want to see the exact plant? Get in touch and we’ll happily send you a photo. Rescue plants may have cosmetic damage and are pictured using a healthy example.
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Live plants travel via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Non-plant items travel via Tracked 48 unless they are packed with a plant.
Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm are normally dispatched the following day. Orders placed on Saturday are dispatched on Monday.
Cost: £6.99 flat-rate shipping. Click & Collect from our Bristol shop is free.
Local Bristol delivery: Available on orders over £20 for eligible postcodes at checkout and normally completed by our team within 48 hours. Please provide a safe place.
