Drosera adelae Producing Side Shoots: Normal Behavior

A D. adelae developed two red bumps near the main growth point—thought to be flower stalks, but they unfurled as short leaves. Now three growth points; central one stopped producing. Plant was previously stressed by fertilized perlite.

Expert Explanation: Perfectly Normal

Jeff Dallas says D. adelae is a prolific grower that frequently produces side shoots, plantlets from roots, and multiple growth points. This is typical behavior, not a problem.

Background Note

The plant was stressed by fertilizer in perlite (a common issue—always use fertilizer-free components). The owner planned to cut it back anyway.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com