Dionaea Muscipula (Venus Fly Trap)Dionaea muscipulaVenus Flytrap

Originating from swamps and wet savannahs in the south-east USA, Dionaea muscipula will need permanently moist (but not soggy) soil. This is best achieved by regular watering in a water tray throughout the growing season - avoid watering from above. Always use rainwater or distilled water, as carnivorous plants are particularly sensitive to the chemicals contained in tap water. Venus Fly Traps do not need feeding - they will catch all of the food that they need themselves.

In autumn, Venus Fly Traps become dormant and the compost should be kept just moist. Resume watering, when plants start into growth again. During winter Dionaea plants require a temperature of around 5C (32F).

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