Dionaea muscipula VENUS FLYTRAP (10 seeds)

Venus Flytrap, also known as Dionaea muscipula, is a perennial carnivorous plant from the Droseraceae family. It grows naturally in the United States, specifically in North and South Carolina. It is undoubtedly the most well-known and iconic of all carnivorous plants.

Its delicate and elegant flowers bloom in the spring. They are white, with a simple structure consisting of 5 oval petals arranged in a circle around a thin, slender stem.

Venus Flytrap seeds are black, very shiny, round, and measure only one millimeter in diameter.

- Features & Interest:

- Germination and Sowing Seeds:

• The most favorable period to sow Venus Flytrap seeds begins in April and May.
• Sow the seeds in a 10 cm pot filled with sifted and pre-moistened peat moss.
• Do not cover the seeds with substrate.
• Water gently using a hand sprayer.
• Place the pot in a warm, humid environment, such as a greenhouse, at a temperature of 25 to 30°C.

- Soil Type / Substrate:

It requires a specific substrate that is nutrient-poor. It thrives in a mixture of peat moss, sphagnum moss, and perlite or quartz sand to ensure good drainage. Avoid rich potting soils or compact dirt.

- Exposure / Sunlight:

It grows best in full sun, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct light per day. Sufficient light is essential for healthy growth and to achieve the vibrant red coloration inside the traps. Indoors, place it near a south- or west-facing window.

- Temperatures / Hardiness:

The Dionaea is hardy in regions where winter temperatures do not drop below -3°C. In winter, it is essential to provide a dormancy period with temperatures between 0°C and 10°C to ensure its survival and future flowering.

- Irrigation / Water Needs:

It requires watering with rainwater, distilled water, or demineralized water to avoid lime and minerals. The substrate must remain moist but not waterlogged. It is recommended to place the pot in a tray filled with water to allow the plant to absorb what it needs from the bottom.

- Multiplication / Propagation:

Venus Flytrap can be multiplied by division of the rosettes or by seeds. Division is best done in the spring by gently separating the young plantlets.

- Maintenance:

This original variety should be repotted every 3 or 4 years if it has grown significantly and the pot has become too small. Repotting into an acidic substrate should be done during the winter dormancy period.