Cape sundew (Drosera capensis "narrow leaf") | seeds, 25 pcs.

• Latin name: Drosera capensis "Narrow Leaf"
• Danish names: Soldug
• English names: Sundew, Cape sundew

Drosera capensis ‘Narrow Leaf’ is a special form of the classic South African sundew, characterized by its very narrow, elongated leaves, which give the plant a sleeker and more elegant appearance than the standard variety. It has the same impressive insect-trapping abilities as the species, but with a more refined and dense growth habit, making it popular among collectors.

The leaves are long, narrow, and densely covered with glandular hairs that secrete the characteristic glistening trapping droplets. These droplets attract small insects, which become stuck and enveloped as the leaf slowly curls around the prey to digest it. An effective strategy for surviving in nutrient-poor environments.

Cultivation and requirements:

Drosera capensis ‘Narrow Leaf’ is one of the most robust and easy-to-grow carnivorous plants. It thrives on a windowsill, in a greenhouse, or in a terrarium. To succeed with it, you require:

• Lots of light, preferably direct sun
• Nutrient-poor substrate, e.g., specialized carnivorous plant soil or sphagnum moss mixed with perlite
• Rainwater or demineralized water
• Constantly moist soil, without standing in deep water
• Tolerates light frost: It will die back in winter, only to emerge again in the spring

In terms of temperature, it is very tolerant: 10–30 °C is ideal, and it can stay outdoors during the summer. Plants remain green and active year-round in frost-free conditions. In the event of frost, the plant will die back and re-emerge when conditions allow.

Growing from seed:

The seeds are sown on top of moist sphagnum moss without being covered. They require light to germinate and prefer 20–28 °C as well as high humidity. Germination typically takes 2–5 weeks. The seedlings quickly develop their first narrow little leaves and are easy to care for as they grow.

Concluding note:

Drosera capensis ‘Narrow Leaf’ is a strong, easy, and decorative carnivorous plant, which distinguishes itself from the standard form with its extra narrow leaves and more upright, graceful growth. An obvious choice for both beginners and collectors who want to expand their sundew collection with a variation that is both easy and different in its expression.

- The seeds are quite small but germinate readily.

REMEMBER the right soil: Carnivorous plant soil