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Also known as
Great Sundew, Great Sundew and English sundew
Taxonomy
Drosera anglica
Drosera
Droseraceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Drosera Anglica

How often to water your Drosera Anglica

every 7
Drosera Anglica needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Great Sundew in your home

a window
Drosera Anglica love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Drosera Anglica does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Drosera Anglica in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Drosera Anglica

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Drosera Anglica after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Drosera Anglica is sensitive to dry soil and should be watered frequently. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Drosera Anglica requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Drosera Anglica does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Growth Pattern
Drosera Anglica grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Drosera Anglica
Drosera Anglica
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 7 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
