Drosera lasiantha (Pygmy Sundew)

Drosera lasiantha is a miniature pygmy sundew from south-west Western Australia. Its raised rosettes of sticky, insect-catching leaves sit above a slender stem that becomes more noticeable with age. Pink flowers and woolly flower stalks add to this little plant’s distinctive appearance. Plant facts Botanical name: Drosera lasiantha Plant type: Stem-forming pygmy sundew Origin: South-west Western Australia Growing stage: Tissue culture (Gel Cup) or potted plant, depending on the selected option Light: Strong light or a suitable grow light; gradually introduce young plants to brighter conditions Water: Rainwater, distilled or reverse-osmosis water only; keep the mix moist during active growth Growing medium: A sandy, nutrient-poor mix of unfertilised sphagnum peat and washed silica sand Temperature: Suited to mild conditions with cooler-season growth; protect small pots from extreme heat and frost Seasonal care: Growth may slow or a resting bud may form in summer. Do not force a dry dormancy; plants can remain growing in mild, moist conditions Handling: Avoid unnecessary repotting or dividing, as pygmy sundew roots are easily damaged What’s Included Your selected option: Gel Cup (3+ Plants): A sealed Gel Cup containing at least 3 Drosera lasiantha plantlets in tissue culture, ready for careful deflasking and gradual acclimatisation. 4cm Pot (1 Plant): One Drosera lasiantha plant in a 4cm pot. Plant size and colour may vary with age and growing conditions. The number of plantlets in each Gel Cup may vary above the stated minimum.