Drosera capensis, also known as the Cape Sundew, is a fascinating carnivorous plant that attracts and traps insects using its sticky, glandular leaves. Native to South Africa, it thrives in nutrient-poor, acidic soils and is often grown in terrariums or bog gardens. The plant produces small, delicate white or pink flowers on long stems, adding beauty to its unique predatory nature.
Planting season: Spring to early summer
Germination time: 14–21 days
Position: Full sun to partial shade, moist, acidic, well-drained soil
Days till maturity: 90–120 days
Plant height: Up to 30 cm
Growing instructions:
Sow seeds on the surface of moist, acidic soil, without covering them, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist, and provide plenty of sunlight (around 6 hours per day) for best growth. Drosera capensis can be grown in containers with a mix of sphagnum moss and sand. Water with distilled water or rainwater, as tap water may contain minerals that harm the plant. Once established, the plant will produce sticky dew on its leaves to trap and digest insects.
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