Clump of capensis from leaf cuttings
One of the most morphologically diverse species of Drosera and easily one of the most overhated, this species is found in a multitude of locations in the Cape of South Africa. Definitely the easiest carnivore to grow, Drosera capensis spread quickly and is tolerant of a wide change of conditions. I grow the typical and alba forms (pictures to be added), and several more varieties and locational clones exist (Gifberg Pass, Montague Giant, Big Pink, ...). This entry is for the typical, narrow leafed form. Check out the other entries for other clones and locations. They produce an obscene amount of seed when flowering, but it seems to sap the energy of the mother plant. Constant feeding could help, and the leaves move dramatically when they catch something, twisting and wrapping around the prey. Great for marketing this plant as the "Octopus Plant" to the masses, horrible for my mental wellbeing on online plant groups. At least these won't perish in a terrarium like their flytrap compatriots.
Growing Conditions: Grow Rack, Windowsill
Light: Very bright LED, 14" under a Marshydro 300w
Soil: Peat, perlite, sand, well draining but holds moisture well
Temperatures: Room temperatures around 74F to 84F (winter to summer months)
Humidity: No added humidity, ambient household humidity
Watering: Watered using the tray method, either sitting in 1/4" water or flooded weekly
Care Level: Very Easy, perfect beginner plant
Source: Other growers, hitchhikers from California Carnivores
Growing Conditions: Grow Rack, Windowsill
Light: Very bright LED, 14" under a Marshydro 300w
Soil: Peat, perlite, sand, well draining but holds moisture well
Temperatures: Room temperatures around 74F to 84F (winter to summer months)
Humidity: No added humidity, ambient household humidity
Watering: Watered using the tray method, either sitting in 1/4" water or flooded weekly
Care Level: Very Easy, perfect beginner plant
Source: Other growers, hitchhikers from California Carnivores
