Dionaea muscipula aka Venus Fly Trap

Venus Fly Trap presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.

Venus Fly Trap loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Venus Fly Trap prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the wintertime, it's common for Venus Fly Trap to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Venus Fly Trap is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

The growth of Venus Fly Trap is not rapid and it doesn't necessitate any extra fertilization. By replacing its potting soil once a year, it should receive ample nutrition. It is important to note that plants obtain their energy from the sun's rays, not from fertilizers.

The Venus Fly Trap is clumping in nature, with new growth originating from the soil in close proximity to the original plant.

Venus Fly Trap’s native range is the Carolinas.

Yes, if you provide it with the correct amount of sunlight and water, you can witness your Venus Fly Trap blooming.