Substrate for carnivorous plants

Black peat sod from PetfactoryBlack peat sods are compact blocks of black peat, a highly decomposed, humus-rich peat. They are often used in aquariums and terrariums, especially in tropical terrariums.Due to their ability to store moisture, they help to stabilize the climate in the terrarium and are of completely natural origin. They can be planted with mosses and ferns. Another advantage of black peat sods is that they are easy to work with using standard tools such as saws, drills or files. This enables the individual design of back or side walls as well as the creation of terraces or hilly landscapes in the terrarium. They are also ideal for tying up bromeliads or orchids.This is a natural product, which is why not every piece is identical.Size approx: Length 30 cm ∅ 7 cm

Aqua Art Drosera capensis 'Albino' - bright cape sundew as an in vitro plantDrosera capensis 'Albino' has a particularly bright appearance: instead of red tentacles, it has predominantly green catch leaves with clear, sticky drops and forms white flowers. As an in vitro plant, you can start it cleanly in a cup - ideal for very bright, moist biotopes in terrariums or plant shelves. Characteristics and requirements:Albino form: hardly/no red pigments, light-colored tentacles and sticky traps with glittering catching drops (sundew principle)Origin: South Africa, Cape region (Cape of Good Hope area)Size: depending on conditions, usually approx. 5-20 cm in heightLight: full sun or strong plant light 10-14 hrs/dayHumidity:optimal approx. 65-75 %Temperature: ideal approx. 22-32 °CStriking color contrast to red carnivoresSupports the natural reduction of small flying insects (e.g. fungus gnats/small mosquito species) with trapping leavesEasy to care for: focus on light + constant humidity, no fertilization necessaryNo dormant period necessaryDrosera capensis 'Albino' is the Cape sundew for anyone who loves carnivores but is looking for a particularly bright, elegant look. In contrast to many classic Cape sundew forms, 'Albino' shows hardly any red pigments: The plant appears predominantly green, the catching droplets shine clearly and the flowers appear white. This provides a nice contrast in terrariums, paludariums or on bright windowsills - especially next to reddish species or colored hardscape elements. The catching technique is typical of sundews: sticky drops sit on the tentacles to which small insects adhere. This is not only exciting to watch, but also fits perfectly into nutrient-poor biotopes because Drosera supplements its low nutrient requirements with prey. Fertilizing is not necessary - on the contrary, too many nutrients are usually the quickest route to problems for carnivores.Three points are crucial for successful cultivation: plenty of light, constant humidity and suitable substrate/water. Aqua Art recommends full sun or an equally strong plant light with around 10 to 14 hours of illumination per day. This keeps the plant vital and reliably forms catching droplets. The following applies to the climate: A humidity of approx. 65-75 % is ideal and the plant prefers to grow at 22-32 °C. This makes it particularly suitable for well-lit, humid terrariums or warm indoor rooms with stable conditions.Quality counts when watering: use water that is as low in salt and minerals as possible (e.g. rain or distilled water) and keep the substrate permanently moist. As an in vitro plant, you get a clean start in a practical cup - this is ideal if you value controlled conditions and want to keep your terrarium as free of "roommates" as possible.Zoo Roco tip:If your Drosera hardly shows any "dew", it is usually due to insufficient light or air that is too dry. First increase the light intensity (not just the hours) and ensure that the substrate is constantly moist. After opening the in-vitro cup: carefully rinse the gel, place in carnivorous substrate and gradually acclimatize to full sun or strong light for 1-2 weeks.

Carnivorous plant - Pinguicula Niklassupplied in an in vitro cupDiameter up to 5.5cmHumidity: 50-80%Temperature: 15-25 °C Flowering light pink mostly in springPinguicula 'Niklas' is a fascinating hybrid created by crossing Pinguicula moranensis and Pinguicula emarginata. This plant has unique characteristics with two different rosettes for the different seasons: a winter rosette with non-carnivorous, succulent leaves and a summer rosette with carnivorous leaves that vary in color from yellow to red-green depending on the incidence of light.Size: The diameter of the rosette can reach up to 5.5cm. Flowers: Delicate, attractive flowers, usually pink to light purple with a white or lighter throat.Light: Pinguicula Niklas prefers bright, indirect light with occasional direct sunlight.Substrate: A well-drained mixture often consisting of peat, perlite and sand.Feeding/fertilizing: Avoid fertilizing the substrate! The plant gets all the nutrients it needs from the prey it catches or eats.Humidity: The humidity should be between 50-80%. Temperature: The ideal temperature for this plant is 15-25 °CPropagation: Propagation is by leaf cuttingsThe combination of carnivorous plants with reptiles reptiles in a terrarium can create an aesthetically pleasing and ecologically interesting environment. Carnivorous plants such as Drosera, Nepenthes, Pinguicula and Sarracenia are not only exotic and beautiful, they also they also contribute to a balanced ecosystem by controlling the population of small insects. small insects.

Xaxim plate flat - 50 x 12.5 cmThis thin, flat Xaxim plate is glued to the back of terrariums and, with constant watering, mosses and ferns grow from it. It is also possible to distribute seeds on the plate to increase the variety of plants.The panel is glued to the back wall with siliconeNatural material for back wall designDimensions: 50 x 12.5 x 0.5 cm (height x width x thickness)

Carnivorous plant - Drosera spatulatasupplied in an in vitro cupVery adaptable and easy to keeprosette diameter 5cmfull sunlighthumidity: 50-70%the optimum temperature range is 15-25 °CPink or white flowersDrosera spatulata, also known as spoon-shaped sundew, is a small, perennial, insectivorous plant found in Asia, Australia and New Zealand. It is prized for its adaptability to different environmental conditions, making it one of the easiest sundews to cultivate. The plant forms low leaf rosettes with a diameter of up to 5 cm and individual spoon-shaped leaves. Each leaf is covered with red, sticky hairs (tentacles) that secrete a sweet substance that attracts insects. Once an insect is caught, the leaves slowly curl up and begin digestion.Drosera spatulata is an excellent choice for beginners interested in insectivorous plants. Due to its small size and ease of cultivation, it is ideal for growing in terrariums or WabiKusa jars.size: The rosettes are rather small with a final diameter of 5cm. Flowers: The flowers are pink or white and grow on an approx. 20cm long flower stalk.Light: Drosera spatulata requires full sun or bright, diffused light for most of the day. Provide at least 12 hours of light.Substrate: The ideal substrate for Drosera spatulata is a mixture of sphagnum peat and sand or perlite in a 1:1 ratio. The substrate should be acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) and well-drained. The spoon-leaved sundew requires constant moisture in the substrate. It is best watered with distilled, demineralized or rainwater, although tap water should be avoided. The substrate should be moist but not flooded. Feeding/ fertilizing: The sundew does not require additional fertilization as it absorbs the nutrients from the insects it catches. Occasionally you can feed the plant with small insects such as fruit flies.Humidity: This plant prefers high humidity, although it can also adapt to drier conditions. It is recommended to maintain a humidity of 50-70%.Temperature:The spoon-leaved sundew can tolerate a range of temperatures, but grows best in moderate conditions. The optimum temperature range is 15-25 °C. It can also tolerate lower temperatures, but cannot tolerate frost.Propagation: Some varieties of this plant grow in regions with short growing seasons growing seasons or changeable climates. Genetically adapted to this, they grow quickly and flower at a small size. From the germinating seed to the fully grown, flowering plant often only six months.The combination of carnivorous plants with reptiles in a terrarium reptiles in a terrarium can create an aesthetically pleasing and ecologically interesting environment. Carnivorous plants such as Drosera, Nepenthes, Pinguicula and Sarracenia are not only exotic and beautiful, but they also they also contribute to a balanced ecosystem by controlling the population of small insects. small insects.

Carnivorous plant - Drosera slackii supplied in an in vitro cupRosette up to 10 cm in diameterCan be placed in direct light, but prefers diffuse lightHumidity: 50-70 %Temperature: 18-25 °C during the day and 10-15 °C at nightPurple flowersDrosera slackii, known as Slack's sundew, is a rare and sought-after insectivorous plant native to South Africa. Named after the British insectivore breeder Adrian Slack, this plant is characterized by its large, bright red leaves that form striking rosettes. The leaves are up to 10 cm long and covered with numerous sticky hairs (tentacles) that secrete a sweet substance to attract insects. Once an insect is caught, the leaves slowly curl up and begin digestion.Drosera slackii is a demanding plant, especially in terms of humidity and water quality. It is ideal for cultivation in terrariums or special greenhouses for insectivorous plants. Because of its rarity and its beautiful red leaves, it is particularly appreciated by collectors of insectivorous plants.Size: The rosette can grow e up to 10 cm in size. D. slackii grows upwards and the dead leaves form a dead leaves form a thick stem. Flowers: The flowers are purple and rarely form seeds. Light: Drosera slackii prefers bright, diffuse light. It can grow in full sun, but at home it is best to provide it with intense light with minimal direct sunlight to avoid leaf burn. Substrate: The best substrate for Drosera slackii is a mixture of sphagnum peat and sand or perlite in a 2:1 ratio. The substrate should be acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) and well-drained.Slack sundew requires constant moisture in the substrate. It is best watered with distilled, demineralized or rainwater, although tap water should be avoided. The substrate should be moist but not flooded. Feeding/ fertilizing: The sundew does not need fertilizer. It takes its nutrients from the insects it catches. Occasionally you can feed the plant with small insects such as fruit flies.Humidity: This plant prefers moderately high humidity, usually around 50-70%. Regular spraying and the use of misting are sufficient. Temperature: The Slackii sundew grows best under moderate temperature conditions. The optimum range is 18-25 °C during the day and 10-15 °C at nightPropagation: Propagation is by seed. Grows slowlyThe combination of carnivorous plants with reptiles reptiles in a terrarium can create an aesthetically pleasing and ecologically interesting environment. Carnivorous plants such as Drosera, Nepenthes, Pinguicula and Sarracenia are not only exotic and beautiful, they also they also contribute to a balanced ecosystem by controlling the population of small insects. small insects.

Carnivorous plant - Drosera proliferasupplied in an in vitro cupThe diameter of the individual leaves is up to 3 cmOnly indirect or low light - otherwise the leaves may burnHumidity: 70-90 %Temperature: 20-28 °C during the day and 15-20 °C at night.Can flower all year roundDrosera prolifera, also known as overgrown sundew, is an extremely interesting insectivorous plant native to Queensland, Australia. This perennial plant is characterized by creeping or drooping stems that can grow up to 30 cm long. The leaves are round or heart-shaped, up to 3 cm in diameter and covered with numerous sticky hairs (tentacles) that secrete a sweet substance to attract insects. Drosera prolifera is able to reproduce quickly by forming new plants at the ends of its shoots, making itan ideal choice for lovers of insectivorous plants who have conditions that ensure high humidity. Due to its requirements, it is well suited for terrarium cultivation. The plant reproduces quickly, making it an interesting and dynamic part of an insectivorous plant collection.Size: The individual leaves can reach a diameter of up to 3 cm. The main stem is 1-2cm high and the leaves are distributed in a rosette-like form. One stem forms about 15 leaves. Flowers: The plant can flower all year round. The up to four inflorescences are about 10-18 cm high and bear 4-8 flowerslight: Drosera prolifera prefers dim or diffuse light. In the wild, it grows in dense rainforests, so direct sunlight should be avoided as this can burn the leaves. Substrate: The best substrate for Drosera prolifera is a mixture of sphagnum peat and perlite or sand in a 1:1 ratio. The substrate should be acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) and well-drained.The climbing sundew requires constant moisture in the substrate. It is best watered with distilled, demineralized or rainwater, although tap water should be avoided. The substrate should be moist but not flooded. Feeding/ fertilizing: Sedums generally do not require additional fertilization as they absorb nutrients from the insects they catch. Occasionally you can feed the plant with small insects such as fruit flies.Humidity: This plant requires high humidity, ideally 70-90%. It is ideal for growing in terrariums or closed containers such as the Wabi-Kusa jars to provide the right humidity. Temperature: Climbing sundew grows best in moderate to warm temperatures. The optimum is 20-28 °C during the day and 15-20 °C at night. It is sensitive to low temperatures.Propagation: Leaves that touch the ground from the plant form new plants, so-called sprouts. However, the plant also reproduces via side shoots.The combination of carnivorous plants with reptiles reptiles in a terrarium can create an aesthetically pleasing and ecologically interesting environment. Carnivorous plants such as Drosera, Nepenthes, Pinguicula and Sarracenia are not only exotic and beautiful, but they also they also contribute to a balanced ecosystem by controlling the population of small insects. small insects.