Drosera prolifera (Daintree, QLD, Australia) • Queensland Triad

Buy Drosera prolifera • Rare Hen & Chicks Sundew for Sale in South Africa Drosera prolifera is a rare rainforest sundew and part of the iconic Queensland Triad, alongside D. adelae and D. schizandra. Nicknamed the “Hen & Chicks Sundew”, this plant spreads by producing tiny plantlets along its runners — creating lush, natural colonies in terrariums or highland setups. Native to the misty rainforests of Queensland, Australia, this species thrives in cooler, humid conditions with filtered light. Perfect for South African growers looking to level up their terrarium game or collectors wanting something truly special. 🌱 Why Grow Drosera prolifera? ✔ Part of the famous Queensland Triad – highly sought-after rainforest sundews ✔ Spreads naturally by runners – forms gorgeous clusters ✔ Rare in cultivation – imported from Best Carnivorous Plants (Czech Republic) ✔ Terrarium-friendly – ideal for high humidity setups or bright windowsills ✔ Grows all year – no dormancy required 📦 How It Ships Sent in its Rootball Plug™ – a specially formulated plug-and-play block that protect fragile roots 📸 WYSIWYG – Choose your exact plant from the listing images Lightweight and perfect for terrariums, rainforest themes, or standalone displays 💡 Root Note Sundews have fine, delicate roots that don’t like disturbance. That’s why this plant is shipped in our plug-and-play Rootball Plugs™ — designed to reduce transplant shock and help your plant settle in quickly. Just pop the plug into your own pot, water, and enjoy! 👉 Read why Cultivo’s Rootball Plugs™ make transplanting easier Bite-size Info • Rare rainforest sundew – Part of the Queensland Triad • Grows year-round – No dormancy • Naturally spreads via runners to form colonies • Imported from Best Carnivorous Plants (Czech Republic) • Sent in Rootball Plug™ – lightweight & safe for transit 🌞 Care Instructions LIGHT: Low to moderate light – bright indirect sun or grow lights (12–16 hrs/day) Perfect for terrariums, windowsills, or highland-style setups WATER: Use only distilled or RO water – tap water can damage the crown Keep soil damp, not waterlogged – allow tray to dry slightly between waterings SOIL: Thrives in nutrient-free, sphagnum-based carnivorous plant soil Repot every 9–12 months or if roots start to outgrow the plug FEEDING: Catches fungus gnats & tiny bugs naturally in humid setups Do not fertilise or use tap water – it can harm or kill your plant DORMANCY: None – grows year-round in stable conditions FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Is shipping safe? Yes! Your plant is protected using Cultivo’s deluxe packaging and backed by our ‘Arrive Alive’ guarantee.