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Vegetative Apomixis on Drosera capensis Flower Stalk

Question: My D. capensis flower stalk has tentacles with dew—unusual since it would trap pollinators. What is this? Harmful?

Answer: This is vegetative apomixis—plantlets forming on the flower stalk. Common on Venus flytraps (especially with poor dormancy) and D. filiformis. Not harmful. If plantlets develop, detach and pot for a new plant. Enjoy and share photos!

Good Growing!

— Jeff Dallas, Sarracenia Northwest

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