Drosera burkeana Sundew | Live Carnivorous Plant

Drosera burkeana: a compact carnivorous sundew

Bring a fascinating little carnivorous plant into your collection with Drosera burkeana. This sundew features greenish foliage with red to bright red tentacles, with coloration varying according to growing conditions. Its compact size makes it an appealing choice for plant enthusiasts who enjoy watching unusual species develop up close.

The plant offered is approximately 1 inch in diameter and can reach around 2 inches at maturity with suitable care. If you are shopping for a live sundew plant, Drosera burkeana offers a small-scale addition to your carnivorous plant collection without a winter dormancy requirement.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Drosera burkeana
• Plant type: Carnivorous sundew
• Approximate plant size: 1 inch in diameter
• Mature size: Around 2 inches in diameter, depending on care
• Color: Greenish foliage with red to bright red tentacles; appearance varies with conditions
• Dormancy: None

Drosera burkeana care

This sundew is grown by Rainbow Carnivorous Plants LLC in warm, humid greenhouse conditions. Aim for a similar environment, using the following care guidance to plan your growing setup.

• Light: Partial to full sun
• Potting medium: Peat moss and perlite
• Watering: Use the tray method
• Humidity: 50–80% with airflow
• Temperature: 70–85°F
• Feeding: Fish food or bugs every 3–4 weeks

The grower's greenhouse runs at approximately 75–85°F during the day and 70–75°F at night, with humidity around 60–85%. Plant size and color will vary with your growing conditions, so use the included instructions to guide ongoing care.

Shipping and care instructions

Shipped via First Class Mail with care instructions included. Choose this compact Drosera burkeana sundew for its distinctive coloration, manageable mature size, and year-round growing cycle.