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Drosera capensis Not Producing Dew: Light and Temperature Factors

Grower (Darlington, SC) has small D. capensis in direct/partial sun, standing distilled water. Hot from spring. No dew.

sundew

Likely Insufficient Light

Low light is #1 cause of no dew. Photo shows curled-under leaves = low light sign. How many hours direct sun? Ideal: 4 hrs direct + bright indirect rest of day.

Also prefers cooler temps (mountain South Africa). Even we see less dew in peak summer heat. Your temps still mild—probably not the issue.

Move to sunnier window (south if possible). May need new growth to resume dew. Older leaves often stop after environment change.

Good growing!
Jacob Farin

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