Recovering Australian Sundews from Terrarium Shock and Mold

Hardening Off Is Essential After Terrarium Life

A grower has two Australian sundews (likely D. adelae and D. spatulata) that dry up within hours when removed from a terrarium. The large one now has mold/fungus despite Safer 3-in-1 spray.

Slow Acclimation Prevents Shock

Remove from terrarium gradually: open cover a fraction every 3 days over 2 weeks. If already out, cut off dead leaves (D. adelae can be cut to the stem—it will resprout). Lower humidity reduces mold.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas, Sarracenia Northwest