About
Drosera adelae is a carnivorous perennial sundew from Queensland, Australia, forming a stemless rosette of long, narrow, channelled, red-glandular-haired leaves. The sticky glands trap and digest insects. Slender stems bear small, red flowers in summer. A rewarding carnivorous plant for a warm, humid, partially shaded position, kept permanently moist.
About the genus
Drosera, the sundews, are carnivorous perennials forming rosettes of leaves covered with sticky, red or green, gland-tipped hairs that trap and digest insects. They range from compact, alpine rosette plants to tall, scrambling species, and are among the most diverse and widely distributed of all carnivorous plant genera.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.