Sundew. A fascinating insectivorous houseplant which obtains its nutrients by trapping insects in its modified sticky leaves. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Drosera capensis
A fascinating insectivorous houseplant which obtains its nutrients by trapping insects in its modified sticky leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Drosera |
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Species | capensis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Sundew |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 20cm |
Family | Droseraceae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, red, yellow |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Wet |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Mist regularly, Keep just moist in winter, Water with rain water |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Re-pot using a lime free compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
Propagation | Seed |
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