Venus flytrap – 3 plants – Dionaea muscipula – Carnivorous plant – Height 5–15cm – Ø6cm pot – Insect trapping plant for home & terrarium – Easy to care for & fascinating

🪰 Fascinating carnivorous plant: The Dionaea muscipula , known as the Venus flytrap , catches insects with its sensitive trapping leaves – an impressive natural phenomenon for young and old.

🌿 A unique nature experience: The moving traps react instantly to touch and close around their prey – an exciting insight into the world of carnivorous plants .

🌞 Loves sun & moisture: The Venus flytrap thrives best in a bright, sunny location with distilled or rainwater – avoid tap water!

🏡 Ideal for home & terrarium: Perfect as a houseplant, terrarium plant or a vibrant eye-catcher in the conservatory – attracts attention and sparks conversation.

❄️ Easy to care for & long-lasting: With the right location, sufficient light and moisture, the Venus flytrap is a robust, perennial houseplant that constantly produces new traps.

The Dionaea muscipula , better known as the Venus flytrap , is one of the most fascinating plants in the world. Originally from the coastal regions of North and South Carolina (USA) , it has captivated plant lovers worldwide with its unique hunting mechanism.

The Venus flytrap uses specially adapted trap leaves to capture insects such as flies, ants, or mosquitoes. Sensitive hairs in the center of each leaf act as a trigger. If an insect is touched twice within a few seconds, the trap snaps shut in a flash – a true wonder of nature! The plant digests its prey using enzymes, extracting valuable nutrients from it.

This carnivorous plant thrives in sunny, moist locations and prefers nutrient-poor soil. A mixture of sphagnum moss and perlite or sand is ideal to prevent waterlogging. Water exclusively with distilled or rainwater , as hard tap water can damage the plant.

The Venus flytrap is perfectly suited as an unusual houseplant , for keeping in a terrarium , on a windowsill or in a conservatory . It is especially fascinating for children, as they can experience the movement of the trap up close.

With sufficient light (at least 4–6 hours of sun daily), moisture, and patience , Dionaea muscipula is easy to care for and remains vigorous for years. In winter, the plant enters a dormant phase, from which it sprouts again in spring.

Care instructions:
– Location: Bright to sunny spot (at least 4–6 hours of sun daily)
– Soil: Nutrient-poor, peat-perlite mixture
– Water: Only distilled water or rainwater
– Humidity: High, ideal for terrariums
– Flowering period: Spring–Summer
– Special feature: Carnivorous, reacts to touch
– Winter dormancy: Cool (approx. 5–10 °C) and water less

– Botanical name: Dionaea muscipula
– German name: Venus flytrap
– Scope of delivery: 3 plants
– Height upon delivery: approx. 5–15 cm (including pot)
– Pot diameter: approx. 6 cm
– Origin: Cultivated plant from sustainable cultivation
Care: Easy to care for, perennial, carnivorous
– Uses: Houseplant, terrarium, gift idea

With the Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) you bring a true wonder of nature into your home – a living, carnivorous plant that is fascinating, educational and provides long-lasting enjoyment with minimal care.