SKU:DROS-6673-4C
Drosera nidiformis (Sundew)
Drosera nidiformis (Sundew)
Drosera nidiformis is a perennial sundew native to eastern South Africa, from the Eastern Cape to KwaZulu-Natal. It grows in moist, nutrient-poor conditions within a subtropical climate. The plant forms an open rosette of slender, spoon-shaped leaves, with younger foliage held upright and older leaves spreading outwards, giving it a distinctive, loosely layered appearance.
The trapping surfaces bear fine glandular tentacles tipped with glistening droplets of sticky mucilage. Small insects become caught on contact, and the leaves gradually curl around their prey, increasing contact with the digestive glands. Absorbed nutrients supplement those available from the soil. Green foliage develops reddish tones under strong light, while slender flower stalks carry small, self-pollinating flowers that can produce abundant seed.
Its compact habit and readily observable trapping movements make D. nidiformis an interesting species for both new growers and established collections. It does not require a winter dormancy and can continue growing throughout the year under suitable conditions, although growth may slow during cooler, darker months. Established plants respond well to bright light, consistently moist growing medium and water low in dissolved minerals, with protection from frost.
Nano Nursery Fact Sheet
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Origin: Eastern South Africa, from the Eastern Cape to KwaZulu-Natal.
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Plant Type: Perennial subtropical carnivorous plant; family Droseraceae.
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Growth Habit: Open rosette with upright young leaves and spreading older foliage.
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Flowers: Small flowers on slender stalks; self-pollinating.
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Light: Bright light to full sun, introduced gradually.
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Water: Rainwater, distilled or reverse-osmosis water; keep established plants consistently moist.
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Growing Medium: Unfertilised sphagnum peat with perlite or washed silica sand for established plants; sterile nutrient gel for the Gel Cup variant.
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Dormancy: No required winter dormancy; protect from frost.
What's Included: Healthy Drosera nidiformis supplied in your selected format: Gel Cup (3+ Plants) containing at least three plants growing in sterile nutrient gel, or 4cm Pot (1 Plant) containing one potted plant, ready to continue developing under suitable conditions.
A tissue culture plants are grown in clear gel, transparent container that holds multiple young plants (typically 3 or more) grown under laboratory conditions.
Our Gel Cup are non-sterile gel media that we use for start the hardening process after a plant has been in tissue culture.These vessels provide a carefully controlled environment, keeping the plants healthy as the get ready to transition to standard growing conditions.
Quick Hardening Steps:
- Open Lid Gradually: Slightly open the cup to slowly reduce humidity.
- Maintain Humidity: Gradually decrease humidity over 2–4 weeks.
- Indirect Light: Start with gentle, indirect lighting.
- Moist Soil: Keep media damp, never wet.
- Monitor Closely: Slowly increase airflow and light exposure.
Each transparent Transition Cup (5 cm diameter × 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant that has moved beyond sterile tissue culture and into a structured transition medium.
Inside, you’ll find a young carnivorous plant securely planted in a semi-solid blend designed to support root development while easing the shift from gel to soil.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity and airflow, helping reduce transplant shock and supporting the plant during this critical transition stage.
Suitable for both novice growers and experienced collectors, Transition Cups provide a reliable, low-stress way to guide delicate carnivorous plants toward successful soil establishment.
Each transparent carnivorous cup (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant freshly transitioned from tissue culture.
Inside, you'll find a young carnivorous plant planted securely in special growing media soil that replicates their natural habitat.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity, aiding the delicate plants during their crucial hardening-off stage.
Perfect for both novice growers and experienced collectors, these cups provide a simple and effective way to cultivate and enjoy captivating insect-eating plants.
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Drosera nidiformis is a perennial sundew native to eastern South Africa, from the Eastern Cape to KwaZulu-Natal. It grows in moist, nutrient-poor conditions within a subtropical climate. The plant forms an open rosette of slender, spoon-shaped leaves, with younger foliage held upright and older leaves spreading outwards, giving it a distinctive, loosely layered appearance.
The trapping surfaces bear fine glandular tentacles tipped with glistening droplets of sticky mucilage. Small insects become caught on contact, and the leaves gradually curl around their prey, increasing contact with the digestive glands. Absorbed nutrients supplement those available from the soil. Green foliage develops reddish tones under strong light, while slender flower stalks carry small, self-pollinating flowers that can produce abundant seed.
Its compact habit and readily observable trapping movements make D. nidiformis an interesting species for both new growers and established collections. It does not require a winter dormancy and can continue growing throughout the year under suitable conditions, although growth may slow during cooler, darker months. Established plants respond well to bright light, consistently moist growing medium and water low in dissolved minerals, with protection from frost.
Nano Nursery Fact Sheet
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Origin: Eastern South Africa, from the Eastern Cape to KwaZulu-Natal.
-
Plant Type: Perennial subtropical carnivorous plant; family Droseraceae.
-
Growth Habit: Open rosette with upright young leaves and spreading older foliage.
-
Flowers: Small flowers on slender stalks; self-pollinating.
-
Light: Bright light to full sun, introduced gradually.
-
Water: Rainwater, distilled or reverse-osmosis water; keep established plants consistently moist.
-
Growing Medium: Unfertilised sphagnum peat with perlite or washed silica sand for established plants; sterile nutrient gel for the Gel Cup variant.
-
Dormancy: No required winter dormancy; protect from frost.
What's Included: Healthy Drosera nidiformis supplied in your selected format: Gel Cup (3+ Plants) containing at least three plants growing in sterile nutrient gel, or 4cm Pot (1 Plant) containing one potted plant, ready to continue developing under suitable conditions.
A tissue culture plants are grown in clear gel, transparent container that holds multiple young plants (typically 3 or more) grown under laboratory conditions.
Our Gel Cup are non-sterile gel media that we use for start the hardening process after a plant has been in tissue culture.These vessels provide a carefully controlled environment, keeping the plants healthy as the get ready to transition to standard growing conditions.
Quick Hardening Steps:
- Open Lid Gradually: Slightly open the cup to slowly reduce humidity.
- Maintain Humidity: Gradually decrease humidity over 2–4 weeks.
- Indirect Light: Start with gentle, indirect lighting.
- Moist Soil: Keep media damp, never wet.
- Monitor Closely: Slowly increase airflow and light exposure.
Each transparent Transition Cup (5 cm diameter × 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant that has moved beyond sterile tissue culture and into a structured transition medium.
Inside, you’ll find a young carnivorous plant securely planted in a semi-solid blend designed to support root development while easing the shift from gel to soil.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity and airflow, helping reduce transplant shock and supporting the plant during this critical transition stage.
Suitable for both novice growers and experienced collectors, Transition Cups provide a reliable, low-stress way to guide delicate carnivorous plants toward successful soil establishment.
Each transparent carnivorous cup (5 cm diameter x 7 cm height) contains a juvenile carnivorous plant freshly transitioned from tissue culture.
Inside, you'll find a young carnivorous plant planted securely in special growing media soil that replicates their natural habitat.
This carefully balanced environment maintains optimal humidity, aiding the delicate plants during their crucial hardening-off stage.
Perfect for both novice growers and experienced collectors, these cups provide a simple and effective way to cultivate and enjoy captivating insect-eating plants.
