The King Sundew
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The king sundew, Drosera regia, has a very uncanny ability to wrap its leaves around captured insects. In some instances, a leaf will wrap around an insect so perfectly it looks like it wrapped itself into a knot! Some say that the king sundew gets its name from its spear-like leaves that form a crown of sorts. Others say that its name comes its size.
This plant can be a bit of an enigma for some growers. We've found that it's not very tolerant of constant high temperatures. It definitely likes cool nights, like in its native habit in the coastal mountains of South Africa. It grows best when night temperatures drop below 70°F.
Plants You Receive
Natural Habitat
Type of Plant
Size of Adult Plants
Sunlight
Water
Soil
Cold Tolerance
This plant can be a bit of an enigma for some growers. We've found that it's not very tolerant of constant high temperatures. It definitely likes cool nights, like in its native habit in the coastal mountains of South Africa. It grows best when night temperatures drop below 70°F.
Plants You Receive
Your plant will be shipped potted in a 4-inch pot. Plants will have leaves about 3-inch tall and will reach flowering maturity within two growing seasons.
All plants were propagated on-site from proven mother plants in our collection. Photo is representative of plants for sale.
Please watch the monthly video podcast for examples of how your plant may look at this time of the year and important growing tips for the season.
Please watch the monthly video podcast for examples of how your plant may look at this time of the year and important growing tips for the season.
Natural Habitat
Coastal mountains of South Africa.
Type of Plant
Tropical plant for indoor growing.
Size of Adult Plants
Leaves may reach 12 inches.
Sunlight
Partial sun. A south window with several hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
Water
Use mineral-free water or water low in minerals (less than 50 parts per million). Keep the soil wet by setting the plant in a dish of standing water.
Soil
Use 1 part peat moss and 1 part perlite (or washed river sand). Avoid fertilizers, regular garden soil, and compost.
Cold Tolerance
Tolerant of very cool temperatures, but protect from frost.
The king of sundews! Best for experienced growers.
Only 1 per customer.
Reviews
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Regia
Plant was much smaller than pictured and came with 3 dead leaves and only 3 green leaves. I hope it does not die. and the living leaves are getting yellow and not dewy. *** RESPONSE BY SARRACENIA NORTHWEST *** I hope it doesn't die either! Our plants come with a 30-day guarantee. You can read about the guarantee by clicking on the link down below. I also researched my database, and I didn't see any questions submitted by you. We are here to assist you in any way we can, but we rely on you to reach out to us if you have any questions about the health of your plant. So, if you want us to help you figure out what's going on, please submit your question through the Ask The Experts page. Thanks!
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Superb
Plant arrived in excellent condition and very healthy. Packaged with extreme care (packaging was like a safe mini greenhouse!) has been growing great and catching small gnats. Awesome leaf movement on this plant it is extreme, wrapping up around larger prey like spiders in coils. I can't wait to watch this plant grow larger.
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Very Satisfied Customer
The Drosera regia arrived healthy and beautifully packaged. Four weeks later . . . and the plant is thriving!
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Baby Drosera
I placed the plant in a very sunny garden window and over four weeks all of the arms turned black and died. Not sure why, I grow Nepenthes in the same window and have years of Sarracenia and fly trap experience. I hope it comes back to life as we go into spring and summer. ***RESPONSE BY SARRACENIA NORTHWEST*** Sorry that your plant hadn't grown well for you. Two things. First, contact us through Ask The Experts. We are available to assist growers should they see abnormal growth in their plants. Supply all the requested information so that we can help you diagnose the issue and recommend an appropriate course of action. (http://www.growcarnivorousplants.com/growers) Second, read our 30-day guarantee. Depending on your care, you may qualify for a replacement plant. (http://www.growcarnivorousplants.com/guarantee)
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Regal for sure
I finally felt ready to try this plant. It came very vigorous with a "baby" at the base. No other sundew has the knotting action in the leaves; it is hungry and happy!
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Excellent sized and very well packed
So excited, I have desired these for many years, growing vigourously almost doubled in 4wks. Will definitely order from SNW again!
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Nice plant
Packaged great for shipping. Arrived in good health and is growing well in our kitchen window. Has already caught a few fruit flies that manage to make their way into the house. After about a month, it has already produced several new leaves.
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Great plant
It has been growing rapidly and has formed many new leaves. Even though it is small it has caught many large flies. I also got a bonus second plant in the pot too. Thanks!
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King Sundew
A nice example of a King sundew that came packaged perfectly. Thanks for the quick service