Scented Sundew (Drosera aberrans) is a carnivorous plant known for its sticky, dew-like tentacles that trap insects. Native to Australia, it thrives in moist, nutrient-po
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Light
75% intensity
Provide at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Insufficient light leads to poor dew production and leggy growth.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Use distilled, rainwater, or RO water. Keep substrate consistently moist using the tray method.
Nutrient-poor, acidic, well-draining (e.g., peat moss and perlite mix)
50% intensity
Room Temperature
50% intensity
Grows well in temperatures between 18-25°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter for dormancy, around 10-15°C.
Not Required
0% intensity
Nutrients are obtained from insects. If feeding is necessary, use highly diluted fertilizer very sparingly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis water, as tap water minerals can harm the plant.
Allow the water level in the tray to drop slightly between waterings, but never let the peat moss dry out completely.
Remove dead or dying leaves and spent flower stalks regularly to maintain plant health and appearance. Use clean scissors or tweezers to snip them off at the base.
This also prevents potential fungal issues and encourages new growth from the center of the plant.
Drosera aberrans can be propagated by leaf cuttings or seeds. For leaf cuttings, gently detach a healthy leaf and place it on moist peat moss.
Seeds can be sown on the surface of a moist, nutrient-poor medium and kept warm and humid. Division of the root ball is also possible during repotting.
Repot sundews every 1-2 years in spring, before active growth begins. Use a well-draining, nutrient-poor mix, typically 50% peat moss and 50% perlite or silica sand.
Ensure the new pot is deep enough to accommodate the root system and provides good drainage.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Droseraceae |
| Genus | Drosera |
| Species | Drosera aberrans |
Similar in genus Drosera
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