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Drosera capensis ‘Mini Red’ – Ruby Jewel Carnivorous Sundew ❤️✨
Meet Drosera capensis ‘Mini Red’ — a compact, fire-red version of the iconic Cape Sundew that turns up the drama in a smaller, more intense package. This dazzling carnivorous plant features slender leaves lined with deep crimson tentacles, each tipped with sparkling, sticky dew that glistens like rubies in the light.
Don’t let the size fool you — Mini Red is a voracious pest catcher and a total showpiece. Its compact habit makes it perfect for windowsills, desks, and small plant displays, while its rich red coloring makes it a must-have for collectors and color lovers. Easy to grow, endlessly fascinating, and absolutely mesmerizing to watch in action.
Tiny. Deadly. Beautiful.
Reminder to Order a Heat Pack if Cold
Cold weather shipping? Protect your plant baby! 🌡️
If temperatures in your area drop below 40°F, we strongly recommend adding a heat pack to your order to ensure your Drosera arrives happy, healthy, and ready to hunt.
COLD CLIMATES - ADD HEAT PACK
We strongly advise to include a Heat Pack (available on our shop) in order to protect the plant from temperature extremes. Any order that does NOT have a heat pack is not covered by the live plant guarantee.
Plant Sizing Guide
What Size Am I Getting? Let's Break It Down.
We get it—plant sizes can be confusing. Is a “small” the size of a golf ball or a grapefruit? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Below is a quick guide to help you understand what each size means when shopping our plants. Measurements refer to the plant body, not including the pot (unless noted).
Tiny
- Baby plants or starter plugs. May be rooted or freshly cut. 0.5"–1.5" wide.
- Example: Butterwort plug, small seedling
Small
- Young plant, well-rooted, 1.5"–3" wide or tall.
- Example: Aeonium cutting, sundew cluster
Medium
- Established plant, 3"–5" wide/tall. Ready for repotting or display.
- Example: 2–3 year-old cactus, flowering flytrap
Large
- Mature plant, 5"–8" wide/tall. Great for centerpieces or statement planters.
- Example: Dioscorea elephantipes, pitcher plant
XL (Collector Size)
- Rare or mature specimen, 8"+ or unusually large or sculptural in form.
- Example: Caudex giants, multi-head aeoniums
📦 Note:
- Pot sizes (if included) are listed separately on product pages.
- Some species naturally stay small—even large ones might only be a few inches wide. Check individual listings for details.
- Photos are of representative plants—your plant may vary slightly (because nature’s not into clones).
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Spring, Summer, and Fall
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Flower Color |
Green and Red
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Partial Sun and Full Sun
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