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Plant Care
Giant sundew
(Drosera gigantea)
Also Known As
Giant sundew, Giant drosera, Australian sundew
About This Plant
Drosera gigantea is a carnivorous plant species native to the southwest of Australia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) tall. The leaves of this plant are arranged in a basal rosette and are covered in sticky glandular hairs that trap and digest insects.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) tall
Light Requirements
Drosera gigantea requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate direct sunlight but may need some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Humidity Needs
Drosera gigantea prefers high humidity levels. It can be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse to maintain high humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
Drosera gigantea does not require fertilizer, as it obtains its nutrients from the insects it traps.
Pruning Guidelines
Drosera gigantea does not require pruning.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Drosera gigantea include spider mites and aphids. Diseases are not common in carnivorous plants.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
Drosera gigantea requires consistently moist soil. It is important to use distilled or rainwater, as tap water can contain minerals that are harmful to the plant.
Temperature Range
Drosera gigantea prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C (68-86°F). It can tolerate cooler temperatures but should not be exposed to frost.
Growing Season
Drosera gigantea can be grown year-round in a terrarium or greenhouse.
Growing Difficulty Level
Drosera gigantea is considered moderately difficult to grow, as it has specific requirements for soil, water, and humidity levels.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Drosera gigantea is not a cold-hardy plant and should be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11.
Did You Know?
Drosera gigantea is one of the largest sundew species and is capable of trapping and digesting large insects such as dragonflies and grasshoppers.
