Drosera prolifera

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Drosera prolifera is one of the prized Queensland sundews, native to the cool rainforests of Far North Queensland, Australia. This tropical sundew produces a constant cascade of baby plantlets at the tip of its flower stalks, no pollination needed, earning it the nickname "Hen and Chicks Sundew". The leaves are rounded with a distinctive heart shape and covered in dewy, sparkling red tentacles ready to catch fungus gnats and other small insects. This sundew is a personal favorite!

Difficulty	Moderate
Water	Distilled, rain, or RO water only. Keep consistently moist using tray method.
Light	Shade or bright indirect light/full-spectrum LED
Soil	Pure long-fiber sphagnum or peat and perlite. Our Bog Soil Mix is a great choice!
Temperature	60–90°F
Humidity	High 70%+
Dormancy	None
Feeding	Small insects, crumbled fish food, or diluted fertilizer occasionally

Still have questions? Read our Sundew Care Guide or contact us.

You will receive one potted Drosera prolifera plant, similar in size and appearance to the product photos.

All orders ship Mondays & Tuesdays to avoid weekend delays. Choose Standard Shipping (USPS Priority Mail or Ground Advantage) or Express Shipping (UPS Next Day Air) at checkout. Packages are insulated, with heat or ice packs included when needed.

FAQ

Why is Drosera prolifera called the "Hen and Chicks Sundew"?

It constantly produces baby plantlets at the tips of its flower stalks — no pollination needed — so one plant steadily cascades into a colony.

What conditions does Drosera prolifera need?

As a Queensland rainforest species it wants shade or bright indirect light, high humidity (70%+), temperatures of 60–90°F, and constantly moist soil — rated moderate difficulty.

What water and soil should I use?

Distilled, rain, or RO water only, kept consistently moist via the tray method, in long-fiber sphagnum or a peat/perlite mix like our Bog Soil Mix.

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