Scientific Name: Drosera oblanceolata

Also known as: Oblanceolate Sundew

Origin: Native to southern China and parts of Southeast Asia, where it grows in nutrient-poor, seasonally moist grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Drosera oblanceolata is a compact, rosette-forming sundew with uniquely shaped leaves that are narrow at the base and broaden toward the rounded tip—hence the name “oblanceolata.” The leaves are coated in sticky glandular hairs that glisten in the light and trap small flying insects like fungus gnats. Known for its graceful leaf shape, subtle coloration, and ease of growth, this sundew is excellent for terrariums, grow shelves, or windowsill setups and is a rewarding addition to any carnivorous plant collection.

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Growing Requirements

Light: Bright indirect light to full sun. Best coloration achieved under strong LED grow lights (5000–6500K) or a sunny windowsill.

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

Watering:

• Active growth: Keep soil consistently wet. Grows best sitting in a shallow tray of water.

• Cooler conditions: Reduce watering slightly, but do not allow the soil to dry out.

Humidity: 50–90% preferred. Thrives in both terrarium and open-air setups with adequate airflow.

Temperature: Prefers 15–28°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.

Feeding: Catches small insects naturally. Indoors, feed every few weeks with a small pinch of dried bloodworms or fish flakes if prey is unavailable.

Dormancy: No true dormancy. May grow more slowly during winter or in lower light but remains evergreen in warm conditions.

What’s Included

Plant: Small 1-2cm and sometimes green in colour at this stage. With good lighting, it will develop deeper pigmentation and a full rosette shape. Mature plants typically reach 3–5 cm across.

Grow Cup: 5 cm clear plastic cup with ventilated lid to retain humidity during transit. Includes a protective top layer of sphagnum moss or sterile medium.

Medium: Peat-based, nutrient-free carnivorous plant soil—moisture-retentive, airy, and well-draining.

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

Beginner Tips

• Keep the substrate wet at all times—this sundew prefers standing water.

• Bright light encourages colour and mucilage—essential for trapping insects.

• Only use mineral-free water—tap water can damage roots and reduce plant health.