Pale Cape Sundew - Drosera capensis 'Albino' - Bug-Eating Carnivorous Plant 3" Pot

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About Pale Cape Sundew - Drosera Capensis

For any plant lover, the addition of an exotic plant is sure to please and delight. This small yet eye-catching carnivorous Pale Cape Sundew (or Drosera capensis) makes a wonderful addition to your own garden or as a gift to a plant-loving friend. These exotic outdoor perennial plants belong to a unique family of carnivorous plants and are an excellent option for indoor terrariums, pots, and garden setups. Native to South Africa, the Pale Cape Sundew is named due to the presence of glistening drops of mucilage on the tips of its tentacles. These droplets closely resemble morning dew as light bounces off of them. These droplets work to attract various insects to the plant and act as sticky traps once a curious bug ventures too near. Once the insect is trapped, the tentacles of the plant slowly wrap around it, and the rest of the leaf curls around it. The plant eventually digests the insect and helps you to manage the insect population in your home without the use of harmful sprays or unsightly fly paper. These plants are also unique in the fact that they do not need traditional soil to survive and thrive. As such, each plant is shipped bare root and comes with enough New Zealand sphagnum moss to pack the pot. This specialized carnivorous plant soil mix gives your Pale Cape Sundew the best chance to thrive under your care. Our plants also come with a live arrival guarantee: if your plant arrives dead or damaged due to the shipping process, please contact us immediately and we will replace or refund the plant. Each plant has reached adulthood by the time it ships, but it still allows you to watch the plant continue to grow. These plants make excellent gifts for birthdays, Christmas, or even just because. Whether you're wanting to surprise a friend or family member or keep it for your own collection, these Pale Cape Sundew plants make a beautiful and fascinating addition to any plant collection.