Sundew 'Drosera capensis' 'Alba'

Drosera capensis 'Alba' - CarniDr20a

Drosera capensis ‘Alba’
Drosera capensis ‘Alba’
Drosera capensis ‘Alba’

Normal to care for

Indoor

Full light

Carnivorous

7 cm
7 cm
Sundew 'Drosera capensis' 'Alba'

Drosera capensis 'Alba' - CarniDr20a

Sundew capensis 'Alba' (Drosera capensis 'Alba' ) is a low maintenance sundew. This exotic carnivorous plant differs from ordinary capensis by its green colour with white (alba means white) dewdrops. Drosera capensis 'Alba' Suitable for use on the windowsill or in a terrarium.

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Plant information: Sundew 'Drosera capensis' 'Alba'

Sundew capensis 'Alba' (Drosera capensis 'Alba') occurs in nature in southern Africa. This Sundew species is called in Latin Drosera capensis 'Alba', commonly known as the white Cape sundew. Sundew capensis 'Alba'is a fascinating carnivorous plant belonging to the Droseraceae family. Drosera capensis 'Alba' features long, slender leaves that are covered with glandular hairs, which secrete a sticky, dew-like substance used to trap and digest insects. The leaves can grow up to 20 cm (8 inches) long and form a rosette. The white variety is distinguished by its pale, almost translucent leaf coloration compared to the more common green varieties. Flowers: It produces small, white flowers on long stalks, which can reach heights of up to 40 cm (16 inches). The flowers typically bloom in late spring to summer. Natural Range: This species is native to the Cape region of South Africa, thriving in nutrient-poor, acidic soils often found in wetlands, marshes, and sandy areas. For additional information about Sundew capensis 'Alba' (Drosera capensis 'Alba'), please check the Araflora product info below. The symbols will provide you with further details about this carnivorous Sundew plant.

Height
7 cm
Width
7 cm
Adult height
5-10 cm
Adult width
10 cm
Plant type
Carnivorous
Growth habit
Normal
Growth habit
Normal
Distribution
South Africa
Product type
Plant
Properties
Special
Flowering period
Jan-July
Altitude range
0-500 m
Plant care: Sundew 'Drosera capensis' 'Alba'

Sundew capenis 'Alba' (Drosera capensis 'Alba') thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in the morning or late afternoon. Water: Use distilled or rainwater to keep the soil of Drosera capensis 'Alba' moist but not waterlogged. Regular watering is essential, as this Drosera plant is sensitive to the chemicals found in tap water. Humidity: High humidity levels (around 50-80%) are ideal, making it suitable for terrariums or humidity trays if grown indoors. Soil: A well-draining, low-nutrient soil mix is crucial, often comprising pure peat, perlite, and sand. Because of its resistance to extremes, the Cape sundew does well outside and inside, as long as it is kept in a sunny and humid area. This droserar can not stand freezing temperatures

Care
Normal
Place
Indoor
Daytime humidity
60-100%
Light
Full light
Light
Semi sun
Maintenance
Prune dead stalks
Repotting
after 2 years
Soil Ph
<7
Soil type
peat
Watering tips
No-water spraying
Watering
High
Watering tips
Standing in water
Max temperature
30 °C
Min temperature
5 °C
Artificial light height
0-20cm
Fertilise
none
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
15-25 °C
Nighttime temperature
10-20 °C