Leafy Sundew Drosera Stolonifera Seeds – Carnivorous Plant Seeds for Home Gardens

Leafy Sundew (Drosera stolonifera) is a carnivorous perennial plant valued for its distinctive leafy growth habit, underground tubers, and gland-covered leaves. Native to Western Australia, this sundew species produces unique foliage forms and is commonly grown in specialized carnivorous plant collections and containers. It performs best in bright light with acidic, nutrient-poor growing media and seasonal moisture conditions. Suitable for botanical displays, Drosera stolonifera provides unusual plant structure and natural variation.

Features

• Carnivorous perennial tuberous sundew from the species Drosera stolonifera
• Produces distinctive leafy foliage with gland-covered surfaces
• Suitable for specialized carnivorous plant collections and containers
• Features seasonal growth and dormancy patterns
• Requires acidic, nutrient-poor growing media
• Performs best in bright light conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Drosera stolonifera
• Common Name (US): Leafy Sundew, Tuberous Sundew
• Seed Type / Variety: Carnivorous Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous tuberous perennial
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: Several months; may require specific temperature and moisture cycles
• Sunlight Requirements: Bright Light to Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix such as sphagnum peat and silica sand
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High during growth; reduce moisture during dormancy
• Mature Plant Size: 4–12 in tall, 4–10 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 4–8 in apart