Venus Fly Traps 8 cm

Venus Fly Trap

Scientific Name: Dionaea muscipula

Overview:

The Venus Fly Trap is one of the most famous carnivorous plants in the world, recognised for its unique jaw-like traps that close when triggered by small insects. These fascinating plants use sensitive trigger hairs inside the traps to detect prey, snapping shut in a fraction of a second. Both decorative and functional, Venus Fly Traps make an exciting addition to bright indoor spaces and carnivorous plant collections.

Care Level:

Moderate

Lighting Requirements:

Prefers very bright light to full sun. Strong lighting helps maintain healthy growth and encourages the traps to develop strong colouration.

Watering:

Keep the soil consistently moist using distilled, rain, or reverse osmosis water. Carnivorous plants should never be watered with tap water due to the mineral content. The pot can be kept sitting in a shallow tray of water.

Placement Tips:

• Perfect for bright windowsills and carnivorous plant displays
• Great for natural insect control indoors
• Ideal for terrariums with strong lighting and airflow

Approximate Size:

Plants typically grow 5–15 cm tall depending on maturity.

Important Note:

• Venus Fly Traps are carnivorous plants and must be watered with mineral-free water such as rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water. 
• Dionaea Muscipula are specialist carnivorous plants and must be grown in proper carnivorous soil – not standard potting compost.

Ordering Note:

• One plant per order.
• Each piece is unique.
• If you have a preferred species, please state this in the comments section at checkout and we will do our best to pick if in stock if available.