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Drosera spiralis Culture: South African Sundew Conditions for Hawaiian Grower

High-Elevation Tropical Sundew Requirements

Hawaii grower seeks D. spiralis culture info (previously found, now lost). Asked for website direction.

Expert Guidance (Jeff Dallas)

D. spiralis similar to South African sundews. Tropical, high-elevation → prefers cool conditions, bright light. General tropical sundew care: cobraplant.com/caresheets/tropicalsundews.

Specific: day temps 70s–low 80s°F, nights 50s–60s°F. High elevations in Hawaii = easy. Low elevations = challenging. Cool water in soil + white pots help.

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