Does Flowering Reduce Dew Production in Drosera capensis?

Bradley's science fair project uses 52 D. capensis to test survival conditions. He asks if flowering diverts energy from dew ("goo") production.

It Depends on Growing Conditions

• Insufficient light/water/nutrients: Yes, flowering reduces dew—plant redirects limited resources.
• Optimal conditions: No, dew production continues alongside flowering.

Experimental Design Tip

Define "survive best": dew amount? flower count? biomass? Both dew and flowers depend on specific conditions; control variables to isolate effects.

Jacob Farin: "If conditions support dew, flowering won't necessarily diminish it. The exact degree is unknown."