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Dionaea muscipula red 8.5cm H10cm

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Pot Size 8.5cm H10cm

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Dionaea muscipula, commonly known as the Venus Flytrap, is a carnivorous plant native to subtropical wetlands of the United States. It is famous for its jaw-like traps that snap shut to capture insects, making it both fascinating and educational for indoor cultivation.

Full Botanical Name: Dionaea muscipula
Common Names: Venus Flytrap
Country and/or Region of Origin: North Carolina and South Carolina, USA
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Acidic, nutrient-poor, wet soils with full sun exposure

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Full sun to bright, indirect light; requires at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily

Ideal Room: Sunny windowsills or outdoor bog gardens

Feeding: Supplement with small insects if grown indoors; do not fertilize soil

Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%)

Ideal Temperature: 20–30°C (68–86°F) in summer; can tolerate cooler temperatures during dormancy (5–10°C / 41–50°F)

Watering: Use distilled or rainwater; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic, but avoid handling traps excessively

Soil Type: Acidic, nutrient-poor mix such as sphagnum peat moss and perlite (1:1)

Propagation: Leaf or root cuttings, division, or seed

Eventual Height and Spread: 10–15 cm tall; traps up to 2–3 cm wide

Growth Rate: Moderate; slower during winter dormancy

Pests and Treatment: Susceptible to aphids and fungal infections; treat with insecticidal soap or adjust humidity

Repotting: Every 1–2 years in spring

Pruning: Remove dead traps and leaves

Air Purification: Minimal

Folklore: Symbolizes protection and cunning due to its insect-trapping mechanism

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