Troubleshooting
Rambling Sundew problems — and how to fix them
Rambling Sundew (Drosera ramellosa) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Tuber rot in summer
The most common cause of death; once the plant senesces in late spring the pot must be moved to a warm dry spot and not watered at all — any moisture reaching the resting tuber encourages lethal fungal rot.
Mineral toxicity
This species is very sensitive to dissolved minerals; tap water or any water above 50 ppm TDS causes rapid leaf browning and eventual death — use only distilled or collected rainwater throughout the growing season.
Prevent rambling sundew problems before they start
Most rambling sundew issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Rambling Sundew problems — FAQ
Why is my rambling sundew tuber rot in summer?
The most common cause of death; once the plant senesces in late spring the pot must be moved to a warm dry spot and not watered at all — any moisture reaching the resting tuber encourages lethal fungal rot.
Why is my rambling sundew mineral toxicity?
This species is very sensitive to dissolved minerals; tap water or any water above 50 ppm TDS causes rapid leaf browning and eventual death — use only distilled or collected rainwater throughout the growing season.