This particular variety of Drosera capensis is known for its pink coloration when exposed to high intensity light and for growing much bigger than the average Cape Sundew, hence the name ‘Big Pink’. It is easy to care for and may produce plantlets as it grows. The leaves are covered with tentacles (trichomes) that secrete a sticky “dew” to attract and catch prey.
Description
Size and packing method: You will receive a bare root plant about 2-3 inches in diameter, carefully wrapped in a damp paper towel. If selecting with soil mix, you will receive two cups of our prepackaged Carnivorous Plant Soil Mix in addition to the bare root plant. This quantity of soil is roughly enough to fill one 2.5 x 2.5 x 3.5 inch square pot.
Growing requirements
Mature size: 6-9 inches in diameter
Light: Full sun or grow light equivalent
Soil: Carnivorous Plant Soil Mix, pure peat or peat-sand mix
Feeding: Feed bugs, dried bloodworms, fish food, or diluted foliar fertilizer such as Maxsea every 2-3 weeks
Humidity: 50-75%
Water: Keep wet at all times, provide water that is low in salts and minerals such as rain or distilled water
Temperature: 45-90°F
Dormancy: None
Planting and adjustment instructions will be included with your shipment.
Juliette (verified owner) –
I ordered two different plants, and since the weather is getting colder I added the heat pack and did 2-day shipping. Both plants arrived safely, healthy looking, and the heat pack was still warm! I followed the directions for acclimation after I potted them, and they are now near my other two carnivorous plants. Once acclimated I plan to place them in a different spot with a brighter grow light so they can hopefully get nice and colorful (arrived green).
Also, just want to say that the sellers are great at quickly answering any emailed questions. I’m very happy with the Curious Plant carnivorous plant nursery!
Jenai B. (verified owner) –
The plant came is great condition and has caught several fungus knats. It is living on my plant cabinet under grow lights and seems to be doing well.
Travis Lund (verified owner) –
Pics are a before/after week after arrival. New growth and dew forming. Seems healthy.
Scott Becker (verified owner) –
daniel (verified owner) –
Recently ordered two beginner friendly carnivorous plants. They arrived in great condition and are adjusting to their new home. I reached out to curious plant with a question regarding their care which they promptly responded to. Very satisfied and will be back for more.
Thanh To (verified owner) –
Dawn S. (verified owner) –
If it were an option you’d get a 10! My plant was big and healthy and carefully packaged for a safe travel. Thankyou!
Marian Mott (verified owner) –
I mean, can this plant be any better?! Arrived beautiful and is still amazing me with how beautiful it is.
Kerri Korec (verified owner) –
A beautiful, huge cape and already wrapping around prey!