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Drosera prolifera
A unique sundew producing plantlets on flower stalks, spreading in an interesting creeping manner.
Drosera prolifera, the hen-and-chickens sundew, is native to the humid tropical rainforest understory of northeastern Queensland, Australia, growing in shaded, constantly moist environments along stream banks. Its most remarkable characteristic is an exceptional capacity for vegetative reproduction: the flower stalks regularly produce numerous plantlets (adventitious buds) at nodes and at the tip, often before the stalk even reaches the soil—hence the common name. Like D. adelae, it is adapted to low-light conditions and must be protected from direct sun. Cultivation requires consistently moist sphagnum media, tray watering with pure or rainwater, warm temperatures (20–28°C), and bright indirect light. Its prolific multiplication and unusual propagation biology make it a favorite curiosity among carnivorous plant enthusiasts.
Origem
Northeastern Queensland, Australia, shaded tropical rainforest stream banks and moist rock faces
Expectativa de vida
5+ years
Tamanho
3-8cm
Temperatura
10〜30℃
Umidade
60〜90%
Insects (auto-capture)
Plantlets on stalks
Creeps and spreads
18-28°C
High humidity needed
Intermediate. Esta é uma espécie de nível intermediário. Alguma experiência prévia e conhecimento de gestão ambiental são recomendados.
A temperatura ideal para Drosera Prolifera é 10〜30℃. A umidade recomendada é 60〜90%. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Drosera Prolifera é 5+ years. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Drosera Prolifera normalmente atinge 3-8cm quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Drosera Prolifera se alimenta de: Insects (auto-capture). Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
O preço de Drosera Prolifera varia significativamente dependendo do morfo, tamanho e linhagem. Consulte nossa página de preços de mercado para informações atualizadas.
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