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Botanical Specifications
☀️ Light Exposure
Bright indirect light
💧 Watering Cadence
When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
🌱 Substrate & Soil
Ships in nursery grower’s mix. Repot into a high-aeration potting substrate.
🪴 Grow Pot Size
Arrives in a 4" nursery grow pot.
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Venus flytrap
Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) 'B52' x 'DC-XL'
Venus flytrap
$19.99
About This Botanical
The classic carnivorous plant, with hinged traps that snap shut on small insects. This 'B52 x DC-XL' type grows large traps, so it makes a strong display plant on a sunny windowsill.
Quick care
- Light: bright light, with several hours of direct sun.
- Water: use distilled or rain water, never tap water, and keep the tray lightly filled.
- Feeding: do not fertilise. Plants rest in winter, so slower growth is normal.
Frequently asked questions
What can a Venus flytrap eat?
Small live insects such as flies and gnats. Indoors the plant often does not need feeding if it catches enough on its own.Is a Venus flytrap a flower?
No. It is a carnivorous plant, and its traps are modified leaves.Where does the Venus flytrap come from?
It is native to coastal bogs in North and South Carolina.Ships separately. Shipping is calculated at checkout.
⚡ Quick Facts
At a Glance- • Light: Bright indirect light
- • Water: When the top 1–2 inches of mix are dry
- • Mature size: 4" nursery grow pot; compact tabletop foliage.
- • Pet safety: Check this plant’s species-specific pet-safety guidance before placing it around pets. Verify with our Pet-Safe Checker.
- • Beginner-friendly: Care difficulty varies by plant. Follow the light, watering, and drainage guidance on this page.
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