Drosera regia
king sundew
Description
Drosera regia, also known as the King Sundew, is a carnivorous plant belonging to the Droseraceae family. This plant is native to a small area in South Africa. This species is recognized for its unique appearance and carnivorous lifestyle. Drosera regia features long, linear leaves covered in sticky tentacles. It is one of the most unusual of the sundews. The plant traps insects with its sticky, glistening tentacles. It requires nutrient-poor, acidic soil and full sun. It is important to use distilled or rainwater. Drosera regia requires constant moisture, as it grows in bogs. They require a cool dormancy. It is a very challenging plant to grow.
Description
Drosera regia, also known as the King Sundew, is a carnivorous plant belonging to the Droseraceae family. This plant is native to a small area in South Africa. This species is recognized for its unique appearance and carnivorous lifestyle. Drosera regia features long, linear leaves covered in sticky tentacles. It is one of the most unusual of the sundews. The plant traps insects with its sticky, glistening tentacles. It requires nutrient-poor, acidic soil and full sun. It is important to use distilled or rainwater. Drosera regia requires constant moisture, as it grows in bogs. They require a cool dormancy. It is a very challenging plant to grow.