Drosera Capensis 'Alba'

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Drosera Capensis: The perfect natural Fungus Gnat killer.

Drosera Capensis, also known as the Cape Sundew, is a carnivorous plant which produces hairs covered in a sticky, dew-like substance on the edges of its leaves to catch its prey. Once a fly has landed on its leaves, it is stuck. The leaves slowly wrap around the prey and absorb its nutrients. This is an adaptation formed to get nutrients to the plant, where the soil is too acidic and of poor quality to do so. 

Native to the Cape region of South Africa, the 'Alba' is a variety which produces small, white flowers on stems which tower over the main plant. To ensure these plants thrive in your care, always water with rainwater, distilled, or reverse osmosis water. Place your Drosera in a deep tray or saucer and keep it topped up with water at all times. Sundews like it very sunny and very boggy, so make sure it is also placed in a bright and sunny window. 

How to care for Drosera Capensis 'Alba'

  • Lighting: Place on a sunny windowsill. East and South windows work well.
  • Watering: Sit plant in a deep saucer and keep the saucer topped up with rainwater at all times during March - September.
  • Humidity: Thrives in humidity of 60% and above.
  • Temperature: Ideal temperatures range between 10-24°C. Needs lower temperatures in winter to activate dormancy.
  • Soil Preference: An airy and moisture retentive mix. We recommend mixing sphagnum moss and bark into the Base mix.
  • Good to Know: As plant starts to die back in October, remove dead parts and place outside to encourage dormancy. It will grow back for you in Spring. If you keep the plant warm during this time, it will not die back and become tired, eventually stunting its growth altogether.

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How We Care For Our Plants

Here at The Watered Garden, we treat every plant like it’s part of our own collection at home. While in our care, each plant gets daily spot checks, the right amount of watering, and continuous monitoring for any pests or diseases. We clean leaves, repot when necessary, and make sure they’re in perfect shape before they reach you. It’s our way of ensuring that every plant you bring home is happy, healthy, and will continue to be that way for years to come.