Scientific Name: Drosera spatulata var. lovellae

Also known as: Lovella’s Sundew, Spoon-leaf Sundew (Lovellae form)

Origin: A regional variety of Drosera spatulata, native to Queensland, Australia. Grows in nutrient-poor, seasonally wet soils in sunny, open habitats.

Drosera spatulata var. lovellae is a compact, rosette-forming sundew known for its spoon-shaped leaves with broad, rounded tips. The rosette typically stays low and symmetrical, producing red-tipped glandular hairs that glisten with sticky mucilage to trap and digest small insects. This variety is especially colourful under strong light and produces pink flowers on tall, delicate stems. Easy to grow and quick to propagate, it’s an ideal choice for beginners and collectors alike.

Growing Requirements

Light: Bright indirect light to full sun. Strong LED lighting (5000–6500K) brings out its best colour.

Water: Use only distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis (RO) water.

Watering:

• Active growth: Keep soil consistently wet. Sit the pot in a shallow tray of water.

• Cooler seasons: Reduce watering slightly, but never allow the soil to dry out.

Humidity: 50–90% preferred. Adaptable to terrariums or open-air growing with good airflow.

Temperature: Thrives in 15–28°C. Protect from frost and keep above 10°C.

Feeding: Catches small insects on its own. Indoors, feed monthly with crushed dried bloodworms or fish flakes if no prey is present.

Dormancy: No true dormancy. May slow growth slightly in lower temperatures or low light.

What’s Included

Plant: Small and sometimes green in colour at this stage. With proper lighting, it will develop red glands and a full, rounded rosette. Mature size is typically 3–5 cm across.

Grow Cup: 5 cm clear plastic cup with ventilated lid to maintain humidity during transit. Topped with moss or sterile media for protection.

Medium: Low-nutrient, peat-based carnivorous plant mix—moisture-retentive and airy.

Instructions: Step-by-step planting and care guide included.

Beginner Tips

• Keep soil wet at all times—this species prefers standing water.

• Bright light = more colour—strong light encourages red pigmentation.

• Only use mineral-free water—tap water can harm roots and reduce mucilage production.