Alice Sundew Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Alice Sundew is a carnivorous perennial plant valued for its compact rosette growth habit, long narrow leaves, and colorful glandular foliage. It is commonly grown in carnivorous plant collections, terrariums, bog gardens, and specialized containers. The plant performs best in bright light with acidic, nutrient-poor, consistently moist growing media. Suitable for indoor and outdoor carnivorous plant displays in suitable climates, Alice Sundew adds unique foliage texture and botanical interest.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial plant with a compact rosette growth habit
• Produces elongated leaves with specialized glandular surfaces
• Suitable for terrariums, bog gardens, and carnivorous plant collections
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor growing media
• Performs well in bright light to full sun
• Suitable for warm and humid growing environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Drosera aliciae
• Common Name (US): Alice Sundew, Aliciae Sundew
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Evergreen perennial rosette
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (often grown indoors in cooler climates)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 30–90 days; may vary depending on temperature and moisture conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix such as sphagnum peat and silica sand
• Watering Needs: High; keep growing media consistently moist using distilled or rain water
• Mature Plant Size: 4–8 in tall, 4–8 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 4–8 in apart