Description
Please note: This plant is only available for Curbside pickup in-store or Local Delivery. Orders containing live plants will be carefully packed with consideration for current weather conditions. However, the customer agrees to be available to receive or track the delivery. Pisces Pet Emporium is not responsible for live plants that may become damaged, overheated (summer), or frozen (winter) after delivery. By placing an order, the customer acknowledges and accepts the risks associated with shipping live plants via Local Delivery.
The photos shown are for reference only and may not reflect our current stock. Some images may feature previous arrivals or more mature specimens, as many species develop their full colors and patterns over time. We’ll do our best to provide extra photos upon request, but availability can vary. Thanks for your understanding!
Drosera rotundifolia, commonly known as the round-leaved sundew or common sundew, is a carnivorous flowering plant that thrives in bogs, marshes, and fens. As one of the most widespread sundew species, it can be found across most of Europe, Siberia, large areas of North America, Korea, Japan, and as far south as eastern China, the Philippines, and New Guinea.
This fascinating plant captures and digests insects drawn to the glistening droplets of sticky, sugar-rich mucilage that coat its leaves. The sundew evolved this carnivorous adaptation to survive in nutrient-poor, often acidic environments where soil nutrients are scarce. Once an insect becomes trapped on the glandular tentacles, the plant secretes enzymes that break down the prey, allowing it to absorb ammonia and other vital nutrients from the insect’s body.