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Roridula dentata
A semi-carnivorous plant from South Africa that traps insects with sticky glands but gains nutrients via symbiotic assassin bugs.
Roridula dentata is the second of the two species in the genus Roridula, also native to the fynbos heathlands of the Western Cape, South Africa. Like its congener R. gorgonias, it is a protocarnivore that traps insects on sticky glandular leaves but cannot digest them independently, instead relying on mutualistic Pameridea bugs whose nitrogenous excreta fertilize the plant. R. dentata is somewhat larger than R. gorgonias, and its species name ('toothed') refers to the distinctly serrated leaf margins that distinguish it from the species. Both species are subject to CITES regulations. Cultivation requires sharply drained mineral or sandy media, a Mediterranean wet-dry seasonal cycle, strong direct sunlight, and good air movement. It is considered moderately to highly challenging in cultivation.
Origen
Western Cape, South Africa, fynbos heathland vegetation
Esperanza de vida
10+ years
Tamaño
30-100cm
Temperatura
10〜30℃
Humedad
60〜90%
Insects (auto-capture)
Sticky glandular hairs
Bug symbiosis
Acidic poor soil
Good airflow needed
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Roridula Dentata 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 Roridula Dentata es 10+ years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Roridula Dentata típicamente alcanza 30-100cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Roridula Dentata se alimenta de: Insects (auto-capture). Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Roridula Dentata varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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