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Roridula gorgonias

Roridula gorgonias Flycatcher Bush Carnivorous Plants
Roridula gorgonias Flycatcher Bush Carnivorous Plants
Roridula gorgonias Flycatcher Bush Carnivorous Plants

Roridula gorgonias

$58.00 – $98.00

(47 customer reviews)

Roridula gorgonias is a carnivorous shrub-like plant native to the cape of South Africa. Unlike other types of carnivorous plants that produce water-based dew secretions, R. gorgonias produces an extremely sticky resin-based dew that won’t rinse off in the rain. R. gorgonias cannot digest trapped bugs directly for nutrients and instead relies on a symbiotic relationship with a local species of assassin bug. The bugs are specially adapted to navigate the sticky tentacles of Roridula, eating other trapped insects and in turn fertilizing the plant by leaving their droppings on the leaf surfaces. In cultivation, applying diluted fertilizer to the leaves regularly can be used as a substitute for feeding.

*See size descriptions below*

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Brand: Curious Plant

Description

Size and packing method: Small plants are roughly 2 inches tall and medium plants are about 5 inches tall.  Each pot contains one or more plants and is packed securely to prevent dislodgement during shipping. Pot size is 2 inches tall. We recommend moving medium size plants to a bigger pot 1-2 months after arrival.

Growing requirements

Mature size: 4-5 feet tall, although usually about 3 feet in cultivation
Light: Full sun
Soil: Carnivorous Plant Soil Mix or peat-sand mix
Feeding: Foliar feed with diluted Maxsea fertilizer every 2 weeks
Humidity: 40-60%
Water: Keep soil damp at all times in summer and slightly drier in winter, provide water that is low in salts and minerals such as rain or distilled water
Temperature: 32-85°F with moderately cool temperatures preferred
Dormancy: None technically but appreciates slightly cooler, drier conditions in winter

Planting and adjustment instructions will be included with your shipment.

47 reviews for Roridula gorgonias

  1. Robert L. (verified owner) –

  2. Chris Hamala (verified owner) –

    Both plants ordered arrived very healthy and larger than expected!

  3. Michael Maggard (verified owner) –

    Nice and healthy plant!

  4. David M. (verified owner) –

    My new favorite plant. Great conversation starter- better then any coffee table book!

  5. Paul (verified owner) –

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  7. Zachary Lim (verified owner) –

    Absolutely amazing packaging and communication. Answered every question I had about Roridula cultivation. Plant is quite large and very healthy upon arrival. No pests, no fuss.

  8. dan p. (verified owner) –

    Great condition

  9. Justin P. (verified owner) –

    Arrived quickly and in excellent condition. Was a worthwhile purchase, definitely a reliable seller.

  10. Kathleen Cascone (verified owner) –

    Beautiful little plant, arrived quickly in perfect condition and has settled right in under the lights.

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