Drosera (Sundew) "Rotundifolia" | ø 8,5 cm x ↕ 10 cm
An interesting sundew (Drosera Rotundifolia). Useful for mosquitoes and small flies in the house or garden. After a week the plant will be full of flies. Fun fact: this species occurs in the wild in the Netherlands.
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Description Sundew (Rotundifolia)
The sundew (Rotundifolia): a rare carnivorous plant species, which even occurs on Dutch soil. The Drosera Rotundifolia consists of small spoon-like leaves with hairs on the sides. On these hairs are small drops, these drops are reminiscent of morning dew. These droplets have a nectar smell, which makes the insects sit on the droplets. Once attached to a droplet, the insect will not come off again.
The sundew (Drosera Rotundifolia) is a beautiful plant to have in the house or in the garden and it catches mosquitoes. Handy for in the summer! There are various species of sundew (Drosera's) in this webshop. This carnivorous plant can also be found in the Netherlands. Nice, right? Our plants always come from our growers.
Dimensions: (ø 8,5 cm x ↕ 10 cm)
Care of the sundew (Rotundifolia)
It is important to know that the Drosera Rotundifolia is a winter-hardy plant. The plant occurs naturally on subtropical areas, just like the peat soils in the Netherlands. So this drosera is at its best in the open air. Constantly wet feet and a nice Dutch sun, that is what this sundew loves. Never use tap water for this plant, as it will not tolerate it. Read more about the general care of carnivorous plants here.
