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Drosera Indica
IntermediateDrosera indica
A tall sundew native to Japan as well, but wild populations have drastically declined.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
10〜30℃
Lifespan
1 year (annual)
Size
15-30cm
Humidity
60〜90%
Diet
Insects (auto-capture)
About
Drosera indica is a widely distributed annual sundew of tropical and subtropical regions, occurring across Africa, India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and—historically—the southern Ryukyu Islands and southern Kyushu of Japan. Unlike the basal-rosette habit of most sundews, it grows as an erect, branching herb with alternately arranged leaves, giving it a distinctive appearance among its relatives. In Japan, it once inhabited moist sandy soils and fallow rice paddies in the Ryukyu Islands, but wild populations have declined drastically and it is now considered endangered there. As an annual, it completes its life cycle within a season; seeds collected in autumn are sown the following spring. Cultivation requires warm temperatures (25–35°C), high humidity, nutrient-poor sphagnum media, and tray watering with pure or rainwater.
Basic Info
Origin
Tropical to subtropical regions of Africa, India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and southern Japan (Ryukyu Islands), moist sandy habitats
Lifespan
1 year (annual)
Size
15-30cm
Temperature
10〜30℃
Humidity
60〜90%
Diet
Insects (auto-capture)
Care Guide
Shape
Upright stem
Native
Native to Japan
Annual
Annual
Seeds
Maintain from seed
CarnivorousSundewUprightJapan
Drosera Indica FAQ
QHow difficult is it to keep Drosera Indica?
A
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
QWhat is the ideal temperature for Drosera Indica?
A
The ideal temperature for Drosera Indica is 10〜30℃. Recommended humidity is 60〜90%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
QWhat is the lifespan of Drosera Indica?
A
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