{"product_id":"dionaea-muscipula-8-5cm-h11cm-nsf0000960","title":"Dionaea muscipula 8.5cm H11cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Dionaea muscipula—the tiny snap-trap superstar. With hinged traps edged in little teeth and the ability to catch insects, she is one of the most fascinating plants you can grow. Strange, clever and totally iconic, she’s a windowsill plant with a proper sense of theatre.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dionaea muscipula\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e Venus Fly Trap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e A carnivorous plant native to subtropical wetlands of North and South Carolina in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunny, nutrient-poor bogs where wet roots and insect-catching leaves help her survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c!--split--\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e She needs full sun or very strong grow-light conditions to colour up and make strong traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A very sunny windowsill, cool conservatory or outdoor summer spot with rainwater access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e No fertiliser at all; she catches her own food and hates rich feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e She likes boggy roots and fresh airflow rather than a sealed, stagnant terrarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm summers suit her, but she needs a cooler winter dormancy to stay healthy long term.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stand the pot in rainwater, distilled water or reverse-osmosis water; never use hard tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePet friendly\u003c\/em\u003e – not considered a pet toxin, but protect the traps from curious paws and fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use specialist carnivorous plant compost or sphagnum-based, nutrient-poor media only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propagate by division or leaf pullings once plants are strong and established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small and compact, but needs a bright, open spot rather than a dark shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seasonal, with active trap growth in summer and a slower dormant winter phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for aphids and fungus gnats; avoid chemical feeds or rich compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot every 1–2 years into fresh carnivorous compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove blackened traps once fully dead; do not trigger traps for fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fascinating living conversation piece with serious botanical drama.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those traps only close properly when trigger hairs are touched—an incredible botanical movement mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"8.5cm H11cm","offer_id":57924501504264,"sku":"NSF0000960","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_2347.jpg?v=1780417535","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/dionaea-muscipula-8-5cm-h11cm-nsf0000960","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}