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Red Cape Sundew

Scientific Name: Drosera capensis (Red)

Plant type

aquatic

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 10"-12"

planting zones

10a-10b

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Red Cape Sundew plant details

Red Cape Sundew is an evergreen aquatic with green foliage. red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water water. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Red Cape Sundew

Plant type: aquatic
Plant family: droseraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical

GROWING CONDITIONS for Red Cape Sundew

USDA Zones: 10a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: standing water
Resistant to: humidity

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Drosera capensis, Red also called Red Cape Sundew, is a carnivorous plant that displays rosettes of leaves covered in sticky hairs that capture insects. Carnivorous plants survive best in containers. Plant and grow in moist to wet soil mix: 50% peat moss, 50% perlite. Water with pure, low mineral water. Do not fertilize or force feed.