{"product_id":"sundew-2-pack-drosera-spatulata-drosera-filiformis","title":"Sundew 2 Pack -(Drosera Spatulata, Drosera Filiformis)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eDouble the trapping power of your carnivorous collection with a premium, dual-species sundew variety package. This bundle features two heavily rooted, healthy, and actively growing live starter plants: one \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eDrosera spatulata (Spoon-Leaf Sundew)\u003c\/b\u003e and one \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"252\"\u003eDrosera filiformis (Thread-Leaf Sundew)\u003c\/b\u003e. Cultivated with care by Teesdale Urban Farms, these two highly distinct cultivars offer a perfect contrast in architectural form and hunting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eBy pairing the low-profile, multi-tentacled ground rosette of Drosera spatulata with the tall, towering vertical aerial net of Drosera filiformis, this variety pack builds an elite biological defense network. It is exceptionally efficient at clearing out annoying flying pests like fungus gnats, fruit flies, midges, and mosquitoes without the use of chemical sprays or sticky traps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eMeet the Predators: Ground Rosette vs. Vertical Sentinel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrosera spatulata (The Spoon-Leaf Sundew):\u003c\/b\u003e Native to Southeast Asia, this highly popular variety forms a flat, compact ground rosette of spoon-shaped leaves. Under bright light, the entire rosette flushes with vivid, intense colors, packing dozens of tightly arranged, dew-covered traps right at the soil level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrosera filiformis (The Thread-Leaf Sundew):\u003c\/b\u003e Breaking completely away from ground-hugging forms, this striking upright sentinel sends long, slender, needle-like leaves straight up into the air. The vertical filaments are densely lined with shimmering adhesive droplets, unrolling gracefully like ferns to catch larger flying insects mid-flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe Science of the Trap: Action Potentials and Enzyme Cascades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eSundews are highly sophisticated, active mechanical hunters that rely on advanced cellular signals to secure their meals:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Adhesive Lure:\u003c\/b\u003e The glistening, jewel-like droplets blanketing the tentacles act as a physical mimicry of sweet, fresh nectar. Passing insects are drawn to the sparkle and land directly on the leaf blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Electrical Action Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e The microsecond an insect touches a droplet and struggles, mechanosensitive cells fire an immediate internal wave. A rapid electrical impulse—an Action Potential—surges through the leaf vascular cells at up to 9 mm\/s, commanding the surrounding gland-tipped tentacles to lean inward and tightly lock the prey down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHydraulic Rolling:\u003c\/b\u003e Driven by the internal Jasmonate signaling pathway, the leaf tissue undergoes a rapid shift in cellular water pressure. This causes the actual leaf blade to slowly curl and roll over the insect, forcing maximum contact with the plant's surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMetabolic Digestion:\u003c\/b\u003e Once the insect is entirely pinned, the glands shift into an external stomach phase. They flood the trap with a powerful cocktail of digestive enzymes (including proteases and chitinases) that completely dissolve the soft tissues of the insect, allowing the plant to absorb vital nitrogen and phosphorus directly through its foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eCultivation \u0026amp; Easy Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLight (The Dew Engine):\u003c\/b\u003e High-light intensity is mandatory to power active trapping mechanics, maintain heavy dew production, and unlock vibrant coloration. Provide full direct sun outdoors or position the pots 6 to 10 inches beneath a high-output LED grow light for 14 to 16 hours daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater (The Tray Method):\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the substrate continuously waterlogged. Stand the pots in a tray or saucer filled with 1 to 2 inches of pure water only (distilled, reverse osmosis, or rainwater) at all times. Standard tap water contains heavy dissolved minerals that will cause instant root burn and kill the plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e Grow strictly in an unfertilized, nutrient-void media mix of 1:1 pure peat moss and perlite or coarse washed silica sand. Regular commercial potting soils or standard plant fertilizers will introduce chemical shock and instantly destroy their sensitive roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinter Management:\u003c\/b\u003e Note that Drosera filiformis is a temperate species that will enter a winter dormancy period to rest and recharge. Drosera spatulata is a subtropical species that can grow year-round if kept warm, making this a highly dynamic pair to cultivate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOne (1) healthy, well-rooted live Drosera spatulata plant.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOne (1) healthy, well-rooted live Drosera filiformis plant.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003eBoth plants are shipped rooted in their media and meticulously packaged using professional nursery insulation techniques to minimize transit shock and ensure a safe, healthy arrival directly to your doorstep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Teesdale Urban Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752676815129,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/4315\/7017\/files\/spatulatafiliformis.webp?v=1782851559","url":"https:\/\/teesdaleurbanfarm.com\/products\/sundew-2-pack-drosera-spatulata-drosera-filiformis","provider":"Teesdale Urban Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}