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Drosera aliciae
A South African rosette sundew with beautiful symmetrical form, a top beginner species.
Drosera aliciae, Alice's sundew, is native to the Cape region of South Africa and is celebrated for producing one of the most perfectly symmetrical, aesthetically pleasing rosettes of any sundew species. Its spatula-shaped leaves are densely armed with red, glistening mucilaginous tentacles, and the plant self-seeds freely, making it easy to maintain and propagate. Along with D. capensis, it is routinely cited as one of the best beginner sundews, being robust, adaptable, and reliably ornamental. Cultivation requires nutrient-poor sphagnum or peat-perlite media, tray watering with pure or rainwater, and full direct sunlight to maximize tentacle coloration and rosette form. It tolerates temperatures down to about 5°C and is suitable for outdoor culture in temperate climates.
Origen
Cape region of South Africa, moist sandy soils and seeps around the Cape Peninsula
Esperanza de vida
5+ years
Tamaño
3-8cm
Temperatura
10〜30℃
Humedad
60〜90%
Insects (auto-capture)
Beautiful rosette
Very hardy
Bright location
Tray watering
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
La temperatura ideal para Drosera Aliciae es 10〜30℃. La humedad recomendada es 60〜90%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Drosera Aliciae es 5+ years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Drosera Aliciae típicamente alcanza 3-8cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Drosera Aliciae se alimenta de: Insects (auto-capture). Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Drosera Aliciae varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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