Troubleshooting
Drosera intermedia problems — and how to fix them
Drosera intermedia (Drosera intermedia) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Loss of dew
Tentacles stop producing sticky droplets when light is too low or humidity drops sharply. Increase light and keep the media constantly wet.
Mineral water damage
Tap water builds up salts and kills the roots. Water exclusively with rain, distilled, or RO.
Missed dormancy (temperate forms)
Temperate clones kept warm year-round decline; let them form a winter hibernaculum at cool temperatures.
Drying out
If the tray empties, the thin leaves crisp quickly. Keep the pot standing in pure water through the growing season.
Prevent drosera intermedia problems before they start
Most drosera intermedia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for drosera intermedia in general rather than its problems? Read the full drosera intermedia care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Drosera intermedia problems — FAQ
Why is my drosera intermedia loss of dew?
Tentacles stop producing sticky droplets when light is too low or humidity drops sharply. Increase light and keep the media constantly wet.
Why is my drosera intermedia mineral water damage?
Tap water builds up salts and kills the roots. Water exclusively with rain, distilled, or RO.
Why is my drosera intermedia missed dormancy (temperate forms)?
Temperate clones kept warm year-round decline; let them form a winter hibernaculum at cool temperatures.
Why is my drosera intermedia drying out?
If the tray empties, the thin leaves crisp quickly. Keep the pot standing in pure water through the growing season.