Drosera dielsiana

Diels' Sundew

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Tuberous carnivorous sundew from South Africa featuring red glandular tentacles that trap insects, requiring high light and seasonal dormancy.
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Plant Details

Common Name Diels' Sundew
Family Droseraceae
Genus Drosera
Species Dielsiana
Origin South Africa (Western Cape)
Blooming Summer spikes, pink/white flowers
Leaf Color Green with red glandular tentacles
Sunlight Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat moss mixed with silica sand or perlite; never use fertilizer or mineral soil

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Watering

Keep substrate constantly moist using distilled water only; reduce watering during summer dormancy phase

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Sunlight & Care

Requires high light intensity for red pigmentation and trap function, direct sun tolerated in cooler months

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Fertilization

Do not fertilize the soil; feed occasional insects during active growth season only

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Pruning

Remove dead leaves post-dormancy to prevent rot

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Mealybug Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
80% – 100%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
20 – 50
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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