Sundew 'Drosera tomentosa'

Drosera montana var. Tomentosa - CarniDr50

Drosera montana var. tomentosa
Drosera montana var. tomentosa

Normal to care for

Indoor

Full light

Carnivorous

6 cm
6 cm
Sundew 'Drosera tomentosa'

Drosera montana var. Tomentosa - CarniDr50

Drosera tomentosa – compact rosette sundew from Brazil- is a compact, rosette-forming sundew native to Brazil. It grows in nutrient-poor, wet open areas and marshes. Its hairy, glossy leaves are covered with sticky dew droplets that capture insects, providing essential nutrients for growth.Drosera tomentosa is a real must for all plant enthusiastics.

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Plant information: Sundew 'Drosera tomentosa'

Drosera tomentosa plants forms low rosettes about 5–8 cm wide and 5–10 cm tall. During flowering, Drosera tomentosa produces delicate white to pale pink flowers on slender stems. The symbols below will give you some additional indications for this carnivorous plant.

Height
6 cm
Width
6 cm
Araflora info
Introduction
Plant type
Carnivorous
Growth habit
Normal
Growth habit
Normal
Distribution
South Amerika
Product type
Plant
Properties
Special
Adult width
10 cm
Adult height
5-10 cm
Flowering period
Jan-July
Altitude range
0-500 m
Plant care: Sundew 'Drosera tomentosa'

Cultivation & Care Drosera tomentosa

- Light: Very bright, with sunlight or strong artificial light.

- Temperature: Day around 25 °C, night minimum 15 °C.

- Water: Keep constantly moist; tolerates boggy conditions. A tray of water under the pot is recommended.

- Substrate: Poor mix of sphagnum moss and sand, moist but well-draining.

- Water quality: Use rain or distilled water only.

- Outdoor: Can be placed outdoors in spring/summer but avoid full midday sun; bring inside below 15 °C.

- Feeding: Not necessary; catches insects naturally. Optional monthly feeding stimulates growth and flowering.

- Grooming: Remove dead leaves to prevent mould.

Drosera tomentosa is a charming and easy sundew that’s ideal for terrariums, greenhouses, or bright windowsills — perfect for beginners and collectors alike. The plantcare symbols below will give you an indication about the carnivorous plant.

Care
Normal
Place
Indoor
Air circulation
Yes
Light
Full light
Light
Semi sun
Maintenance
Prune dead stalks
Repotting
after 2 years
Soil Ph
<7
Soil type
peat
Watering tips
No-water spraying
Watering
High
Watering tips
Standing in water
Max temperature
30 °C
Artificial light height
0-20cm
Fertilise
none
Daytime humidity
60-100%
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
15-25 °C
Nighttime temperature
10-20 °C