Venus Fly Trap
- $18.00
Unleash the power of nature with Venus Fly Trap! This fascinating plant captures and devours insects, making it a captivating addition to any collection. Shop now and witness the wonders of the natural world right in your own home.
Ex Tax: $18.00
Availability: In Stock
Product Code: PLANT-CTN6412
Fact Sheet and Plant Guide
Information |
Description |
Common name and
scientific name |
Venus Fly Trap (Dionaea muscipula) |
Growth habit and size |
Clumping rosette with leaves up to 5 inches tall and 3 inches
wide. |
Sunlight requirements |
Needs bright, direct sunlight for at least 4 hours per day. |
Pot Size |
Ø6.5cm x H7.0cm |
Overall Plant Height |
8-9cm from base of pot |
Watering needs |
Requires consistently moist soil with distilled or rainwater,
never tap water |
Soil type and pH
requirements |
Requires acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5, typically
grown in a mixture of sphagnum moss and perlite. |
Hardiness zone |
Hardy in zones 7-10, can be grown indoors or in a greenhouse in
colder climates |
Flower color, foliage
color, and texture |
Dark green foliage with small
white flowers in spring and summer |
Bloom time and duration |
Flowers in mid-summer, blooms
last about 1-2 weeks |
Disease and pest resistance |
Generally resistant to pests and
diseases, but can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in
poor-draining soil. |
Pruning requirements |
Does not require pruning, but
dead leaves and traps can be removed to maintain appearance and prevent mold
build-up. |
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