Drosera admirabilis ‘Floating Drosera’ Sundew - Tissue Culture Cup

Drosera admirabilis 'Floating Drosera' - Tissue Culture Carnivorous Plant

Product Details

Contents: One tissue culture cup of Drosera admirabilis 'Floating Drosera'

Dimensions: Cup size 8cm x 5cm

General Description

• Common Name(s): Floating Drosera
• Scientific Name: Drosera admirabilis 'Floating'
• Visual Description: Features small, round, floating leaves on the water's surface with delicate, sticky droplets to trap insects.

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Prefers full to partial sunlight
• Water Requirements: Constantly moist or floating in water
• Temperature Range: 10-28°C (50-82°F)
• Humidity Preferences: Moderate to high humidity

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: For terrestrial setup, use sphagnum moss; can be grown floating in water.
• Fertilization Needs: None, captures its own nutrients from trapped insects
• Propagation Methods: Division or seeds
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Remove dead traps to promote new growth

Placement

• Recommended Placement: Can be grown in shallow water trays or in terrariums with high humidity
• Attachment: Not applicable
• Spacing Requirements: Space individual plants or cultures 5cm apart to allow for spread and air circulation

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Not suitable for aquariums but great for paludarium setups
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Watch for fungal diseases in humid, stagnant conditions

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: Use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water to avoid mineral buildup
• Seasonal Care: May enter dormancy in cooler temperatures, reduce watering slightly

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Non-invasive when kept in controlled environments
• Benefit to Wildlife: Acts as natural pest control in your home or greenhouse