Drosera capensis "Alba"
Description
Drosera capensis “Alba” is one of the most popular sundews with its large size, vigorous and easy growth, and excessive seed production. This species has long, strap-shaped leaves covered in dewy tentacles. The tentacles are very reactive to food, but this is also a species that will wrap the entire leaf around its prey! It can grow to well over 6” in diameter and easily have 10-20 leaves at a time. In the warmer months, it can send up massive quantities of white flowers which self pollinate and produces thousands of seeds. There are many different cultivars of Drosera capensis that exhibit variations in color and shape. This is “Alba” which lacks red pigment and has skinnier leaves than wide leaf cultivars. The leaves remain a bright green color, and the tentacles will only become a light pink under strong light (instead of a dark red in the typical variety). "Alba" also has white flowers instead of the usual pink.
Originating from South Africa, Drosera capensis prefers a mild climate between 40-100F. If temperatures drop very low in the winter, it may die back to the roots, but will readily sprout fresh vigorous growth in the spring. While it can tolerate temperatures well above 100F, it prefers cooler temperatures. Highly adaptable and resilient, this is a perfect beginner’s species that is very difficult to kill. If fed regularly, it will grow vigorously and beautifully! Deep pots give room for the roots to grow and make a large plant, but they can tolerate all kinds of pots and soils.
Large size has leaves around 2.5-4” long potted in premium 3.55” (at top) x 4.16” plastic pots; medium size has leaves around 1.5-2.5” long potted in 2.5”W x 3.5”H pots. Photos 1-3 are representative of the large size; photo 4 is representative of the medium size. Highly recommended to add-on a tray and fish food powder.
Growing Information
Climate: Temperatures from 40-100F, all humidity levels. Frost may cause them to die back to the roots.
Light: Full Sun or 20W per sq ft LED light.
Water: Distilled or Reverse Osmosis water. Sitting in 0.5”-2” of water using tray method.
Soil: 50% Peat Moss: 50% Perlite/Sand. Rinse media with distilled or reverse osmosis water to remove excess salts.
Feeding: Feed leaves with Betta Fish Food Slurry every month or so.
Description
Drosera capensis “Alba” is one of the most popular sundews with its large size, vigorous and easy growth, and excessive seed production. This species has long, strap-shaped leaves covered in dewy tentacles. The tentacles are very reactive to food, but this is also a species that will wrap the entire leaf around its prey! It can grow to well over 6” in diameter and easily have 10-20 leaves at a time. In the warmer months, it can send up massive quantities of white flowers which self pollinate and produces thousands of seeds. There are many different cultivars of Drosera capensis that exhibit variations in color and shape. This is “Alba” which lacks red pigment and has skinnier leaves than wide leaf cultivars. The leaves remain a bright green color, and the tentacles will only become a light pink under strong light (instead of a dark red in the typical variety). "Alba" also has white flowers instead of the usual pink.
Originating from South Africa, Drosera capensis prefers a mild climate between 40-100F. If temperatures drop very low in the winter, it may die back to the roots, but will readily sprout fresh vigorous growth in the spring. While it can tolerate temperatures well above 100F, it prefers cooler temperatures. Highly adaptable and resilient, this is a perfect beginner’s species that is very difficult to kill. If fed regularly, it will grow vigorously and beautifully! Deep pots give room for the roots to grow and make a large plant, but they can tolerate all kinds of pots and soils.
Large size has leaves around 2.5-4” long potted in premium 3.55” (at top) x 4.16” plastic pots; medium size has leaves around 1.5-2.5” long potted in 2.5”W x 3.5”H pots. Photos 1-3 are representative of the large size; photo 4 is representative of the medium size. Highly recommended to add-on a tray and fish food powder.
Growing Information
Climate: Temperatures from 40-100F, all humidity levels. Frost may cause them to die back to the roots.
Light: Full Sun or 20W per sq ft LED light.
Water: Distilled or Reverse Osmosis water. Sitting in 0.5”-2” of water using tray method.
Soil: 50% Peat Moss: 50% Perlite/Sand. Rinse media with distilled or reverse osmosis water to remove excess salts.
Feeding: Feed leaves with Betta Fish Food Slurry every month or so.
Description
Drosera capensis “Alba” is one of the most popular sundews with its large size, vigorous and easy growth, and excessive seed production. This species has long, strap-shaped leaves covered in dewy tentacles. The tentacles are very reactive to food, but this is also a species that will wrap the entire leaf around its prey! It can grow to well over 6” in diameter and easily have 10-20 leaves at a time. In the warmer months, it can send up massive quantities of white flowers which self pollinate and produces thousands of seeds. There are many different cultivars of Drosera capensis that exhibit variations in color and shape. This is “Alba” which lacks red pigment and has skinnier leaves than wide leaf cultivars. The leaves remain a bright green color, and the tentacles will only become a light pink under strong light (instead of a dark red in the typical variety). "Alba" also has white flowers instead of the usual pink.
Originating from South Africa, Drosera capensis prefers a mild climate between 40-100F. If temperatures drop very low in the winter, it may die back to the roots, but will readily sprout fresh vigorous growth in the spring. While it can tolerate temperatures well above 100F, it prefers cooler temperatures. Highly adaptable and resilient, this is a perfect beginner’s species that is very difficult to kill. If fed regularly, it will grow vigorously and beautifully! Deep pots give room for the roots to grow and make a large plant, but they can tolerate all kinds of pots and soils.
Large size has leaves around 2.5-4” long potted in premium 3.55” (at top) x 4.16” plastic pots; medium size has leaves around 1.5-2.5” long potted in 2.5”W x 3.5”H pots. Photos 1-3 are representative of the large size; photo 4 is representative of the medium size. Highly recommended to add-on a tray and fish food powder.
Growing Information
Climate: Temperatures from 40-100F, all humidity levels. Frost may cause them to die back to the roots.
Light: Full Sun or 20W per sq ft LED light.
Water: Distilled or Reverse Osmosis water. Sitting in 0.5”-2” of water using tray method.
Soil: 50% Peat Moss: 50% Perlite/Sand. Rinse media with distilled or reverse osmosis water to remove excess salts.
Feeding: Feed leaves with Betta Fish Food Slurry every month or so.