The revival of a carnivorous plant

This winter, the cold has caused the above-ground parts of our Drosera capensis to wither away. The same will surely have happened to yours, if the plants were exposed to frost. Once the dead foliage has been removed, all that remains is a short, dry-looking stem. Don’t throw it away…

Just like other Drosera species, D. capensis regrows from its roots, specifically from the thick main root that grows with each new season. This root stores energy throughout the year, much like a rhizome. As soon as the weather starts to warm up and the sun becomes more generous, a bud is physiologically activated on this root to initiate the growth of a new plant. Don’t underestimate their underground reserves!