Australian Sundews (D. adelae, D. spatulata) Terrarium Exit: Harden Off, Then Decapitate if Needed

Two Australian sundews (D. adelae – arrow leaves; D. spatulata – round leaves) collapsed when removed from terrarium. One developed mold after Safer 3-in-1 spray.

Correct Transition

• **Harden off:** Open terrarium incrementally over 2 weeks.
• If already out: **Cut off all bad leaves**.
• D. adelae **can be cut to the stem** – it resprouts vigorously from roots in weeks.
• Lower humidity reduces mold naturally.

Why Terrariums Fail

They create the same "pressure cooker" as with forked sundews – high heat, low light intensity, no cuticle development.

Open air + strong light = healthy, dew-covered Australian sundews.