Venus Fly Trap Seeds – Dionaea muscipula Carnivorous Plant

Venus Flytrap is a perennial carnivorous plant native to nutrient-poor wetlands and known for its distinctive hinged trapping leaves. It forms a compact rosette of green foliage with specialized traps that close in response to stimulation. This plant is well suited to container cultivation, bog gardens, terrariums, and specialty plant collections. Venus Flytrap grows best in consistently moist, acidic growing media and bright light conditions.

Features

• Perennial carnivorous plant with compact growth
• Produces distinctive hinged trapping leaves
• Suitable for containers, bog gardens, and terrariums
• Adapted to moist, acidic growing conditions
• Forms a low-growing rosette of foliage
• Suitable for specialty plant collections
• Performs well in bright light environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Dionaea muscipula
• Common Name (US): Venus Flytrap
• Seed Type / Variety: Dionaea muscipula
• Growth Habit: Perennial carnivorous plant
• USDA Zones: 8-10
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: February-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days at 70-80°F (21-27°C) in consistently moist conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to bright indirect light
• Soil Requirements: Acidic carnivorous plant mix, typically peat-based and well-drained
• Watering Needs: Keep growing media consistently moist with low-mineral water
• Mature Plant Size: 4-6 inches tall, 4-8 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 4-6 inches apart