Drosera spatulata "wide leaf" (Hong Kong)

$25.00
Limited Availability

Description

Drosera spatulata is a subtropical/tropical sundew known for its spatula or spoon-shaped leaves in dense rosettes. It is one of the easiest and most reliable species that is adaptable to different climates and produces large quantities of seed. This form is an exceptional form with extra wide leaves, and will become a dark, almost purple color in intense light. A unique and striking form of spatulata that is distinct and beautiful. The flowers are large and magenta. This form originates from Hong Kong.

Drosera spatulata is a widespread and highly variable species found throughout Southeast Asia and Oceania with many different forms. It has no dormancy period and readily germinates from copious amounts of tiny black seeds. Its habitat can be highly variable, especially with regards to climate with some populations in lowland tropical climates and others in the cold hills of New Zealand. Overall an easy species that can become weedy in collections from dropped seed.

Plants are potted in 2.5”W x 3.5”H pots and are ~1” in diameter, nearly flowering sized.

WINTER SHIPPING: Cold winter temperatures (<40F) require heat packs which will be automatically included with the shipment if necessary.

Growing Information

Climate: Temperatures from 50-100F, all humidity levels.

Light: Part to Full Sun or 20W per sq ft LED light.

Water: Distilled or Reverse Osmosis water. Sitting in 0.5”-1” of water using tray method. Only use distilled, reverse osmosis, or rainwater because tap water is toxic to carnivorous plants due to high mineral content and chlorine.

Soil: 50% Peat Moss: 50% Perlite/Sand. Rinse media with distilled or reverse osmosis water to remove excess salts.

Feeding: Feed leaves with Insect Powder every month or so.

Description

Drosera spatulata is a subtropical/tropical sundew known for its spatula or spoon-shaped leaves in dense rosettes. It is one of the easiest and most reliable species that is adaptable to different climates and produces large quantities of seed. This form is an exceptional form with extra wide leaves, and will become a dark, almost purple color in intense light. A unique and striking form of spatulata that is distinct and beautiful. The flowers are large and magenta. This form originates from Hong Kong.

Drosera spatulata is a widespread and highly variable species found throughout Southeast Asia and Oceania with many different forms. It has no dormancy period and readily germinates from copious amounts of tiny black seeds. Its habitat can be highly variable, especially with regards to climate with some populations in lowland tropical climates and others in the cold hills of New Zealand. Overall an easy species that can become weedy in collections from dropped seed.

Plants are potted in 2.5”W x 3.5”H pots and are ~1” in diameter, nearly flowering sized.

WINTER SHIPPING: Cold winter temperatures (<40F) require heat packs which will be automatically included with the shipment if necessary.

Growing Information

Climate: Temperatures from 50-100F, all humidity levels.

Light: Part to Full Sun or 20W per sq ft LED light.

Water: Distilled or Reverse Osmosis water. Sitting in 0.5”-1” of water using tray method. Only use distilled, reverse osmosis, or rainwater because tap water is toxic to carnivorous plants due to high mineral content and chlorine.

Soil: 50% Peat Moss: 50% Perlite/Sand. Rinse media with distilled or reverse osmosis water to remove excess salts.

Feeding: Feed leaves with Insect Powder every month or so.

Bog Dust - Carnivorous Plant Food - 100% Insect Powder
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