What makes Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ different from the usual Cape Sundew?

Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ features lime-green leaves with snowy white tentacles and crystal-clear dew droplets, creating a luminous, ghostly appearance, unlike the classic ruby-red Cape Sundew. It offers a rare, ethereal take on this carnivorous plant.

Is Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ suitable for beginners learning to care for carnivorous plants?

Yes, Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ is considered one of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow, making it a great choice for both beginners and experienced collectors. Its hardy nature and forgiving care requirements allow novices to enjoy cultivating it successfully.

How should I care for Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ during colder months or in low temperatures?

If temperatures drop below 40°F, it is strongly recommended to add a heat pack to keep Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ healthy during transit or cold weather. This helps ensure the plant arrives happy and ready to thrive in your environment.

Drosera capensis Alba with lime-green leaves and white tentacles covered in dew droplets

Drosera Capensis 'Alba' with pale green leaves and white tentacles covered in crystal-clear dew droplets

Drosera Capensis Alba with lime-green leaves and white tentacles covered in clear dew droplets

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Drosera Capensis ‘Alba’ with pale green leaves and white tentacles covered in crystal-clear dew droplets, a glowing carnivorous Sundew plant.

Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ – The Ghostly White Cape Sundew 🤍✨🪰

Name: Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ – The Ghostly White Cape Sundew 🤍✨🪰
Brand: Wild Wonders Oasis
SKU: WWO-CP-DRO-MD-PT-AL
Price: 12.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$12.99

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🌱 Beginner-Friendly "Drama-free plant energy"

Why We Love Them

Because it feels like a fairytale version of a carnivorous plant. The clear dew sparkles like tiny pearls, the soft coloration complements any décor, and it's endlessly entertaining to watch nature do its thing. It's proof that carnivorous plants can be graceful, elegant, and absolutely mesmerizing.

Drosera capensis ‘Alba’ – The Ghostly White Cape Sundew 🤍✨🪰

Meet Your New Plant Baby

Meet Drosera capensis ‘Alba’, the elegant, ethereal cousin of the classic Cape Sundew. Unlike its ruby-red relatives, this stunning form features lime-green leaves adorned with crystal-clear dew droplets and snowy white tentacles, creating a soft, luminous appearance that seems to glow in the light.

The result is pure magic. Every leaf sparkles like it has been dusted with diamonds, while quietly serving as an effective insect trap for fungus gnats, fruit flies, and other tiny pests. Despite its delicate appearance, Drosera capensis 'Alba' is one of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow, making it an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned collectors alike.

Elegant. Enchanting. A little bit spooky.

⚠️ Important Shipping Callout
📦 This plant ships BARE ROOT. Pot is NOT included.
Bareroot shipping helps protect the plant during transit and ensures it arrives healthy and ready to pot into your favorite container.

Reminder to Order a Heat Pack if Cold
Cold weather shipping reminder ❄️
If temperatures in your area drop below 40°F, we strongly recommend adding a heat pack to help your sundew arrive happy, healthy, and full of sparkle.

Flower Color
Pure white to very pale blush

Plant Characteristics
• Rare white form of the classic Cape Sundew
• Crystal-clear dew production
• Pale green foliage with white tentacles
• Excellent natural fungus gnat control
• One of the easiest carnivorous plants to grow

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Live Arrival Guarantee

We want your plants to arrive happy, healthy, and ready to begin their new life judging your windowsill.

If your live plant arrives damaged or unhealthy, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery.

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What Is Not Covered

Our Live Arrival Guarantee does not cover:

Plants left outside in extreme heat or cold after delivery
Damage reported more than 48 hours after delivery
Incorrect care after arrival
Use of the wrong water, soil, or lighting
Carrier delays outside our control
Minor cosmetic imperfections that do not affect plant health

Plants are natural, living things. A tiny leaf ding or travel wrinkle can happen. We promise to pack with care, but we cannot promise every plant arrives looking like it just finished a spa retreat.

Included Care Guide

All plants arrive with a care card and a QR code where you can find additional care information for your plants.

We also offer educational information via our blog and newsletter.

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