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Emm's Plant House

Drosera Aliciae 5.5cm H7cm

Drosera Aliciae 5.5cm H7cm

£6.00 GBP
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Drosera Aliciae, commonly known as Alice’s Sundew, is a small carnivorous plant native to South Africa. It captures insects with its sticky, glandular leaves, providing a fascinating display of carnivorous adaptation for indoor collections or terrariums.

  • Full Botanical Name: Drosera Aliciae
  • Common Names: Alice’s Sundew
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: South Africa
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Moist, acidic soils in sunny, open areas

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun for active growth
  • Ideal Room: Terrariums, greenhouses, or bright indoor spaces with high humidity
  • Feeding: Supplements naturally by capturing insects; do not use fertilizer
  • Humidity: High (50–80%) preferred
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F); avoid extremes
  • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist using distilled or rainwater; avoid tap water
  • Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic, but delicate
  • Soil Type: Acidic, nutrient-poor soil such as sphagnum peat moss mixed with sand
  • Propagation: Leaf cuttings or seeds
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 5–10 cm tall; rosettes 5–15 cm wide
  • Growth Rate: Moderate; slower in winter
  • Pests and Treatment: Fungus gnats or mold; maintain good air circulation
  • Repotting: Annually or when soil is compacted
  • Pruning: Remove dead leaves to maintain plant health
  • Air Purification: Minimal
  • Folklore: Represents adaptability and ingenuity in nature
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