LIVE Carnivorous Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis Typical) Small Plant
Savage Gardeners Drosera capensis, or the Cape Sundew, is a carnivorous plant species forming linear leaves up to 4.5 inches long. It is easy to care for and and may produce plantlets as it grows. The leaves are covered with tentacles (trichomes) that secrete a sticky “dew” to attract and catch prey. The dew also contains enzymes that aid in digestion. Once a leaf traps prey, the bug's movements trigger the leaf to curl up, introducing more dew and enzymes. Eventually, the plant absorbs all of the nutrients in the bug leaving only the external skeleton. Your new plant Your new plant will be 2" or more across. It has been carefully grown for the last year and are now a good size for carnivorous plant enthusiasts. Shipping, Soil & Pots Your plant will be shipped with its roots carefully wrapped in a damp paper towel. If you choose to add on soil and pots, you will receive a carnivorous-plant-safe 2" square plastic containers and a bag with enough of my custom carnivorous soil mix to fill it. Growing Requirements Light full sun Soil pure peat, peat-sand mix, peat-perlite mix, or long-fiber sphagnum Fertilizing do not apply fertilizer - if grown indoors, feed with bugs, dried bloodworms, or fish food Humidity 50-90% Water keep wet at all times, provide water that is low in salts and minerals such as rain or distilled water Temperature 45-90°F Dormancy period None
Specifications
| All Returns Accepted | ReturnsNotAccepted |
| Type | Carnivorous Plants |
| Soil PH | Acidic |
| Soil Type | Peat |
| Climate | Humid Subtropical |
| Sunlight | Partial Shade |
| Genus | Drosera |
| Common Name | Sundew |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Watering | Heavy |
Savage Gardeners Drosera capensis, or the Cape Sundew, is a carnivorous plant species forming linear leaves up to 4.5 inches long. It is easy to care for and and may produce plantlets as it grows. The leaves are covered with tentacles (trichomes) that secrete a sticky “dew” to attract and catch prey. The dew also contains enzymes that aid in digestion. Once a leaf traps prey, the bug's movements trigger the leaf to curl up, introducing more dew and enzymes. Eventually, the plant absorbs all of the nutrients in the bug leaving only the external skeleton. Your new plant Your new plant will be 2" or more across. It has been carefully grown for the last year and are now a good size for carnivorous plant enthusiasts. Shipping, Soil & Pots Your plant will be shipped with its roots carefully wrapped in a damp paper towel. If you choose to add on soil and pots, you will receive a carnivorous-plant-safe 2" square plastic containers and a bag with enough of my custom carnivorous soil mix to fill it. Growing Requirements Light full sun Soil pure peat, peat-sand mix, peat-perlite mix, or long-fiber sphagnum Fertilizing do not apply fertilizer - if grown indoors, feed with bugs, dried bloodworms, or fish food Humidity 50-90% Water keep wet at all times, provide water that is low in salts and minerals such as rain or distilled water Temperature 45-90°F Dormancy period None
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