Drosera Capensis (Cape sundew) H17 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Should a Drosera Capensis be fed artificially? No, let it naturally catch the small insects in its environment — manually stimulating the tentacles without an insect wastes the plant's energy.
Why is my Drosera losing its pink colors and droplets? It’s almost always due to a lack of direct light — move it to a south-facing windowsill with at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day to restore vibrant colors.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌸 Pinkish foliage with sparkling droplets • ☀️ Direct sun • 💧 Constantly moist substrate • 🦟 Insectivorous carnivorous plant • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H17 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
The Drosera Capensis, also known as Cape sundew, is a fascinating carnivorous plant with long, narrow leaves covered in reddish tentacles tipped with sticky droplets that sparkle like dewdrops. Its capture mechanism — the tentacles slowly close around trapped insects — makes it a living botanical curiosity as well as a decorative plant.
Native to the humid regions of South Africa, it is one of the easiest Droseras to grow indoors — an excellent introduction to the world of carnivorous plants for beginners interested in these unusual species.
Which carnivorous plant should you choose?
Each carnivorous plant has its own capture mechanism and requirements. Here is how Drosera Capensis compares within our range:
- Drosera Capensis (this plant) — sticky tentacles, capture through adhesive trapping, H17 cm. The easiest and most spectacular in bright light.
- Drosera Aliciae — compact rosette with red droplets, H12 cm. The most compact of the family.
- Dionaea Muscipula — active jaw traps, the most iconic. The most spectacular to watch.
- Sarracenia Maroon — purple pitchers, passive trapping, H23 cm. The most graphic and colorful.
- Sarracenia Catesbaei — green and red two-tone pitchers, H23 cm. The most elegant pitcher plant.
- Nepenthes Alata — tropical hanging pitchers, H17 cm. The most exotic and trailing.
Capture mechanism, size, and requirements vary greatly among carnivorous plants.
Light & placement
The Drosera Capensis has radically different light requirements from classic tropical plants: it needs abundant direct sun to produce its droplets and maintain its pinkish colors. Without sufficient light, the tentacles lose their vibrancy and the plant quickly weakens.
- Ideal exposure: direct sun — a south- or southeast-facing windowsill, at least 4 to 6 hours per day.
- Tolerates: a few hours of shade, a conservatory, or a greenhouse in summer.
- To avoid: insufficient indirect light, which fades the foliage and reduces droplet production.
- Temperature: 15–30 °C during the growing season; tolerates 5–10 °C during winter dormancy.
- Substrate: poor and acidic — a mix of blond peat and sand or perlite, without standard potting soil or fertilizer.
Every plant is unique: the intensity of the pink hues and the density of the droplets naturally vary according to the amount of light received and the season.
Watering & care
Watering the Drosera follows rules that are very different from those for classic houseplants — two absolute requirements: demineralized water only, and a substrate that is never dry. Water and air humidity work together, closely linked to the balance between light and humidity indoors. The first few days matter: a few simple steps help you welcome a new plant properly.
- Water: exclusively demineralized, rain, or reverse-osmosis water — hard tap water is toxic to carnivorous plants.
- Method: bottom watering — always keep 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer.
- Substrate: constantly moist, never dry.
- Fertilizer: none — the Drosera feeds on insects, and fertilizer burns its roots.
- Feeding: let it catch insects naturally — no intervention is necessary.
Every plant is unique: the frequency of refilling the saucer naturally varies according to the ambient temperature and the season.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The Drosera Capensis is above all a collector's plant — its decorative value lies in closely observing its shimmering droplets and trapping mechanisms. It creates a different display from classic tropical plants.
- On a sunny windowsill: group it with a Dionaea Muscipula and a Sarracenia Maroon for a complete carnivorous collection — the three different trapping mechanisms make the whole display fascinating to observe.
- In an open terrarium: pair it with a Drosera Aliciae in a rosette composition — both species share the same water and light requirements.
- As a curiosity on a bright desk: its compact H17 cm size fits easily on a windowsill; place it in a cream Lago decorative pot whose neutral tone highlights the pink foliage without competing with it.
- In a themed collection: explore our full range of carnivorous plants to create a dedicated space for insectivorous species — a window corner, a bright shelf, or a mini greenhouse.
Verdeia tips
- Do not stimulate the tentacles manually: triggering the capture mechanism without an insect costs the plant energy — let it capture naturally and avoid touching the tentacles out of curiosity.
- Prepare the water in advance: keep a container of rainwater or demineralized water within reach to keep the saucer filled without interruption — a break in the water supply, even a brief one, stresses the plant.
- Remove dead leaves regularly: leaves that have completed their cycle naturally turn black — remove them at the base to maintain a neat silhouette and prevent mold from developing in constantly moist substrate.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Drosera capensis
- Common name: Cape sundew
- Family: Droseraceae
- Origin: South Africa
- Dimensions: H17 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
- Mature size: up to 20–25 cm
- Light exposure: direct sun, minimum 4 to 6 hours per day
- Watering: constantly moist substrate, demineralized water only, saucer always kept filled
- Care: easy
- Growth: fast
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Botanical curiosity / Collection / Educational
- Distinctive feature: sticky tentacles with sparkling droplets, actively capturing insects through adhesive trapping
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the pink hues and the density of the droplets naturally vary depending on light levels and the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.