Drosera capensis
Cape Sundew
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Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Description
The Cape Sundew is a carnivorous plant whose primary prey is small insects. The modified leaves have sticky "hairs" that capture the insects. Flowers from spring to fall. The flowers are little, pink and borne on a stem that is curled at the tip and resembles a scorpion's tail. The "cutesy" look of the flowers, the glistening traps and the fact that the Cape Sundew is insectivorous has made this plant a popular ornamental plant in recent years.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Blooming
Blooms small flowers, 5-petaled, borne singly or in racemes or panicles. Usually white, pink, or purple in color.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Growth
Does best with full sun exposure. In areas where sundew is not growing hardy, raise plants in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C).In warmer regions, plant sundews in a bog garden.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Planting
When ripe sow seeds at 50-55°F (10-13°C). Take cuttings from leaves when fully developed. Take root cuttings when dormant.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Pest
Uncommon.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Interesting facts
There are around 100 known species in the genus Drosera. Sundews are found all around the world, but are most common in Australia. As carnivorous plants, they trap insects to obtain minerals lacking in the poor soil. The name "sundew" comes from the drops of mucus that are secreted from the leaves.
Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in wet, peaty, acidic, nutritionally poor soil. For indoor plants, use a mix of equal parts peat and sand. Make sure to keep plants consistently moist by standing sundew in a saucer of soft (acidic) water.
