Introducing the Drosera regia King Sundew Tissue Culture. This unique plant specimen brings the beauty of the King Sundew to your home or garden. It’s propagated through tissue culture for consistent quality and resilience. With its striking crimson tentacles and carnivorous nature, it’s a captivating addition to any plant collection. Order now and experience the allure of the King Sundew firsthand.
General Description
Common Name(s): King Sundew
Scientific Name: Drosera regia
Visual Description: Large, striking carnivorous plant with long, slender leaves covered in sticky, insect-trapping dewdrops.
Growing Conditions
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Constantly moist, standing water preferable
Temperature Range: 8-25°C (46-77°F)
Humidity Preferences: High humidity, 50-80%
Planting & Care
Substrate Preferences: Acidic, nutrient-poor, well-draining soil (peat or sphagnum moss)
Fertilization Needs: No fertilization needed, derives nutrients from trapped insects
Propagation Methods: Seed, root cuttings, or leaf cuttings
Pruning/Tidying Up: Remove dead leaves to prevent mold
Placement
Aquarium Placement: Not applicable for aquariums, but suitable for terrariums or bog gardens
Attachment: Plant in soil, does not attach to surfaces
Spacing Requirements: Space at least 30 cm apart to allow for full growth
Compatibility
Aquarium Compatibility: Not suitable for aquariums
Pest/Disease Resistance: Resistant to most pests, vulnerable to fungal infections if conditions are too wet
Special Requirements or Tips
Special Care Instructions: Avoid fertilizing; water with distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water
Seasonal Care: May require winter dormancy period with reduced watering and cooler temperatures
Ecological Impact
Invasiveness: Not invasive, requires specific conditions to thrive
Benefit to Wildlife: Provides habitat and food for insects; traps pests