Drosera regia Propagation: Root Cuttings Work, Leaf Cuttings Don't

Weylin tried leaf cutting on D. regia (from us Dec): soaked in distilled water 1 week, 15 min Superthrive, on soil under CFLs with cover. Leaf blackening from tip.

Leaf Cuttings Fail—Use Root Cuttings

Many sundews propagate from leaves, but D. regia isn't one. Root cuttings work better but slower: 6–8 weeks for sprouts (vs. 3–4 for common species). Patience required. See Grow Carnivorous Plants, Vol. 2 for root cutting demo.

Good growing!
Jacob Farin
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