Carnivorous Dionaea Venus Fly Trap 3" Pot Live Plant Outdoor Indoor

Description: Carnivorous Dionaea Venus Fly Trap 3" Pot Live Plant Outdoor Indoor The Carnivorous Dionaea, commonly known as the Venus Fly Trap, is a unique and intriguing carnivorous plant that captures and consumes insects. With its distinctive appearance, the Venus Fly Trap has lobes resembling open jaws lined with sensitive trigger hairs. Native to the wetlands of the Carolinas in the United States, this plant has gained popularity for its fascinating mechanism of luring, trapping, and digesting prey. Description:The Venus Fly Trap is a small, perennial plant with rosettes of flat, green leaves arising from an underground rhizome. Each leaf has two hinged lobes that can snap shut rapidly when triggered by sensitive hairs. The lobes are lined with spiky cilia, forming a "mouth" that encloses when an insect touches the trigger hairs. The plant derives nutrients from the digestion of insects to supplement its nutrient-poor habitat. Care Instructions:Light: Venus Fly Traps thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. They can also tolerate some direct sunlight, but prolonged exposure to intense sunlight should be avoided.Soil: Use a well-draining, acidic soil mix. A blend of sphagnum moss and perlite or sand is commonly recommended to mimic the plant's natural habitat.Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use distilled or rainwater, as tap water may contain minerals that can harm the plant.Humidity: Venus Fly Traps prefer high humidity. If you live in a dry climate, consider placing the plant on a tray with water or using a humidifier.Feeding: While Venus Fly Traps can catch their own prey, they may benefit from occasional feeding. Offer live insects like small flies or ants, but avoid overfeeding, as the traps can only capture and digest a limited number of insects.Winter Dormancy: In winter, Venus Fly Traps enter a dormant period. Reduce watering and provide cooler temperatures (around 35-50°F or 2-10°C) during this time. Some leaves may die back, but new growth will emerge in spring.Container: Grow Venus Fly Traps in containers with good drainage. The pot should be wide rather than deep, as the roots are shallow.Avoid Triggering: Resist the temptation to trigger the traps manually, as this can deplete the plant's energy.By mimicking the conditions of its native environment, you can successfully care for a Venus Fly Trap and enjoy the fascinating spectacle of this carnivorous plant capturing its prey.

Price: 10.95 USD

Location: Whittier, California

End Time: 2024-10-17T12:52:17.000Z

Shipping Cost: 7.95 USD