Live Venus Fly Trap Plants

The Venus Fly Trap (Dionaea muscipula), also known as atrapamoscas, is a captivating carnivorous plant native to the coastal plains of North and South Carolina. This perennial features a striking contrast of bright green hues and a vibrant red blast on the inner surfaces of its hinged leaves. Venus Fly Traps obtain essential nutrients by ensnaring unsuspecting small insects such as gnats, beetles, flies, mosquitoes, and spiders. Each modified leaf on this bug-eating plant can be expected to capture five to eight insects before it withers, at which point new traps will grow in their stead.

These mesmerizing plants make exceptional housewarming gifts and are fabulous favors for baby showers or weddings. To create an eye-catching home decor display, plant your Venus Fly Trap in a decorative planter and arrange it on a plant stand, or craft a vibrant plant terrarium with your choice of sand, dirt, rocks, and more. Venus Fly Traps are also ideal for grabbing attention when displayed on a desk in a classroom.

You can even try growing your own Venus Fly Trap plant from Dionaea muscipula seeds and other types of carnivorous seeds. An adult Venus Fly Trap can reach a diameter of 4 to 5 inches and prefers bright, indirect sunlight. We recommend watering Venus Fly Traps every 2 to 4 days with distilled water or rainwater that is free from chlorine, minerals, or salts. As the plant matures, the roots will become long and grow deep into the soil, making tall pots the best choice for planting.

During the spring, white flowers with green veins will bloom, but the flowering process can exhaust and consume significant energy from the plant. For this reason, plant owners may choose to trim away the flowering stalks. A small amount of carnivorous plant fertilizer can be added to the maintenance process for boosted vitality.

These large, carnivorous plants are functional house plants that trap and consume common bugs found in the home, such as flies, mosquitoes, and spiders. To keep your Venus Fly Trap thriving, plant it in a carnivorous plant pot with venus fly trap soil. You can also design a unique carnivorous plant terrarium with live flytraps and other terrarium plants, making an excellent gift idea.

When showcasing this stunning plant, consider a Venus Fly Trap pot with a carnivorous plant soil mix for an eye-catching display. You can even try planting your own Dionaea muscipula seeds in flytrap soil with Dionaea muscipula food to support growth.

Live Venus Fly Trap plants (Dionaea Akai Ryu) will arrive fresh and in prime condition, able to thrive as both indoor and outdoor plants. However, it's important to consider your local daytime and evening temperatures before placing an order, as your plant may arrive damaged or wilted if shipped in temperatures exceeding 95°F and left unattended in extreme heat. We strongly recommend unboxing your delivery immediately upon arrival.

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