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Cape Sundew

Drosera capensis

£8.99
£11.24
£8.99

8.5cm pot | 10cm tall

Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis) might look delicate, but it’s a fierce little bug-catcher. Its sticky, glistening tentacles trap unsuspecting insects, making it a natural pest controller with a bit of drama. Compact and oddly beautiful, it’s a fun choice for curious plant lovers and a great entry into the world of carnivorous plants—no complicated care required.
  • Flowers
  • Pet friendly
  • Hard to kill
  • Tropical

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Cape Sundew
Cape Sundew
Cape Sundew

  • Why we like this plant

    Perfect for insect control on a small scale, Drosera capensis is both functional and beautiful. Its unique appearance and bug-catching behaviour make it a favourite for collectors and curious indoor gardeners alike.

  • About this plant

    Drosera capensis, known as the Cape Sundew, is a compact carnivorous plant native to South Africa. It features slender, strap-shaped leaves covered in glandular hairs that exude a sparkling, sticky substance. These glistening tentacles lure and ensnare small insects, which the plant then digests for nutrients. It's an excellent starter species for those new to carnivorous plants, being both beautiful and surprisingly easy to grow. Small pink or purple flowers often appear on tall, wiry stems in summer.

  • Key features

    • Sticky, tentacle-covered leaves that catch insects
    • Elegant rosette form with striking red highlights
    • Produces dainty, long-lasting flowers

  • Light level

    • Direct Sunlight
    • Bright Indirect Light

  • How it grows

    Rosette-forming with upright, strap-like leaves that curl around prey.

  • Moisture

    Keep soil consistently moist using rainwater or distilled water.

  • Where to place it

    • Kitchen
    • Conservatory
    • Office/Study
    • Windowsill (sunny)

Care tips

Grow in a peat-based compost with no added fertiliser. Use rainwater or distilled water only, and keep the soil moist at all times—ideally standing in a shallow tray of water. Requires bright light to maintain vibrant colour and trap effectiveness. Avoid feeding manually; it will catch its own food. No need for fertiliser. Allow a cooler dormancy in winter.