Drosera capensis - Octopus Plant [carnivorous]
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Cape Sundew or Cape Sundew (Drosera capensis): An easy to grow sundew. These plants feature long lime green leaves with cherry red hairs. Each of these hairs is tipped with a drop of sticky nectar, giving the whole plant a dewy appearance and a sweet smell to insects. When an insect touches the hairs, the glue keeps it in place while the hairs curl down around it. The insect is then slowly digested. These plants ship fully rooted in a 3" pot.
Please note: These plants are not succulents and cannot handle any drought. Keep the soil consistently moist with pure water. The dissolved minerals in tap water will kill these plants in time. Use distilled water.
General care: Try using a tray with 1" of water in the bottom to keep the plants consistently moist. Be sure to use a peat heavy soil mixture because these plants love acid soils. A 3:1 ratio of peat moss to perlite is a great mix. These plants prefer full sun. Don't let these plants freeze.
Product Size
3.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Green
All Seasonal Colors
Red
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 8 (10F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Outdoor - Full Sun
Maximum Height
6"-8"
Maximum Rosette Size
7"-8"
Growth Habit / Shape
Rosette
Special Characteristic
Pet Safe, Hairy / Fuzzy / Woolly
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 8 - 10
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
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Many succulent varieties are only available seasonally because of their growing and propagation cycles. During the growing season, we can usually restock sets and trays weekly. Most individual plants will go in and out of stock through the seasons, but they are also restocked weekly when available. Thursday is usually the best day of the week for finding plants in stock. Spring and Summer are generally the best seasons for availability.
Any product that is out of stock has an "Email me when a product is back in stock" button (shown above). Click the button and enter your email to be notified when it's available again. If this button isn't appearing, the plant may have very recently sold out - check back after a short while and the button should appear.
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35%-70% isopropyl alcohol works well for killing both mealybugs and spider mites. Spray the affected plant thoroughly, and keep spraying daily until you see no more evidence of pests. General pest prevention strategies include:
- Using very gritty succulent soil and pots with drainage holes
- Providing lots of sunlight and airflow
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Plants with similar light needs tend to work well together in a container. When you're browsing our catalog, you can use the "Recommended Light Conditions" filter on the left of every category page to filter by the amount of sunlight you can provide. If this will be an outdoor container, you'll also want to filter by "Grow Zone (Hardiness)" and pick plants for your USDA Hardiness Zone. If this container will stay indoors year-round, head to our Indoor Succulents Category and then filter by "Low Indoor Light" or "Bright Indoor Light" accordingly.
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It certainly can! Rot can spread from the roots to the leaves making them fall off OR root rot kills the roots so they cannot take in water and the leaves actually dry and fall off. Either way, check your roots. Be sure that you're using pots with drainage holes and gritty, well-draining soil. Grow them in lots of sun or on a sunny window sill. And only water after the soil is completely dry and the leaves start to feel limp (when in doubt, keep waiting).
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1. Give Lots of Sunlight
Succulents require bright, direct light for photosynthesis and healthy growth. Ideal placement includes south-facing windows where they receive at least 4-6 hours of light per day. In dim environments, etiolation (stretching and fading) occurs as plants seek more light. Prevent this by:
2. Water Infrequently with the "Soak and Dry" Method… See full answer »
Succulents require bright, direct light for photosynthesis and healthy growth. Ideal placement includes south-facing windows where they receive at least 4-6 hours of light per day. In dim environments, etiolation (stretching and fading) occurs as plants seek more light. Prevent this by:
- Moving plants closer to a window.
- Using full-spectrum grow lights if natural light is insufficient.
2. Water Infrequently with the "Soak and Dry" Method… See full answer »
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Terrible shipping practices
October 11, 2024 by Tylynn S. (WA, United States)
“This plant arrived laying sideways in the box labeled with a ‘this side up’ sticker. The plant was shipped in a way that allowed the saturated soil to spill onto and completely cover the entire plant. When I unboxed the plant, it was clearly rotting from the ‘carnivorous’ part of it being in the wet soil for the 5 days it took for it to arrive. Within a few days of the unboxing, the entire plant began turning black and was dead. I emailed Mountain Crest as soon as I opened the box and saw the condition of the plant and attached a photo. I was offered a few options to include a replacement but when I opted for the replacement, I was told they were out of stock. I am currently awaiting a refund.”
Disappointing, never delivered
September 26, 2024 by Teresa S. (Virginia, United States)
“Would love to review but it was never received. I waited weeks for this and it never came. I was refunded but there us not a quick or personal way to resolve issues. I wanted the plant.”
Dissatisfied with first purchase
September 11, 2024 by Ellen M. (United States)
“Hoping the 4 plants I purchased will survive. They were packed laying on their side buried in Styrofoam peanuts and all had popped out of their pots during transit which was 5 days. They are all dropping leaves due to shock.”
