Dionaea muscipula — Venus Flytrap — D12 x H12 cm
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€20,95 - Regular price
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Full sun is essential! It needs intense light for the inside of its traps to turn red.
Is it a toxic plant? No, it is safe for animals. Do not play with the traps to avoid exhausting the plant.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
Dionaea muscipula — Venus Flytrap
🌿 Carnivorous plant • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Regular watering • 🪴 Moderate care
The Dionaea muscipula, better known as the Venus Flytrap, is one of the most fascinating carnivorous plants. Delivered in a Ø12 cm pot with a height of about 12 cm, it is perfect for terrariums, indoor mini-gardens, or urban spaces where you want to add a unique botanical touch.
Thanks to its iconic trapping mechanism, made of trap-shaped leaves, the Dionaea intrigues as much as it decorates. Easy to maintain if its specific needs are respected, it is ideal for the curious, motivated beginners, or enthusiasts of unusual plants.
Exposure & placement
The Dionaea muscipula enjoys bright but indirect light. It can tolerate a few hours of gentle sun, but prefers a semi-shaded exposure, reminiscent of its natural moist and open habitats.
- Exposure: bright indirect light or partial shade.
- Ideal: bright terrarium, east or north windowsill, well-lit office.
- Temperature: 18 to 26 °C during the growing period.
- Substrate: special carnivorous plant mix (peat & sand), without fertilizer.
Verdeia tip: give it a very bright spot without burning sun to stimulate the red coloration of its traps.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: regular, keeping the substrate moist but never soggy.
- Water: exclusively demineralized, distilled, or rainwater.
- Winter rest: it goes dormant in winter; reduce watering and keep it cool.
- Food: do not add insects yourself: it captures what it needs.
- Handling: avoid triggering its traps unnecessarily to prevent exhaustion.
In warm periods, place a water saucer under its pot to ensure constant humidity — but remove it in winter.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The Venus Flytrap is an impressive decorative plant, perfect for creating a focal point in a modern interior or an original botanical corner. It brings a playful and scientific touch to an urban space.
- To pair with: Sarracenia, Drosera, or Nepenthes for a mini carnivorous garden.
- Ideal pot: white ceramic or light stoneware to highlight its bright colors.
- Atmosphere: ideal in a glass terrarium, a bright shelf, or a creative desk.
Place it in a transparent container to admire the unique structure of its traps and create a mini humid landscape.
Verdeia tips
- Use only low-mineral water to avoid damaging its sensitive roots.
- Give it bright light without burning sun to keep the traps colorful and vigorous.
- Never stimulate the traps with your fingers: each closure requires a lot of energy.
- Place it ideally in an open terrarium to maintain good humidity.
- Respects its natural cycle with a winter rest to ensure its longevity.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Dionaea muscipula
- Common name: Venus Flytrap / Dionaea
- Origin: wetlands of the United States (North & South Carolina)
- Pot size: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: 12 cm
- Adult size: 12 to 15 cm
- Exposure: bright indirect light or partial shade
- Watering: regular
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity for animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Terrarium / Botanical
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and color of the foliage naturally change according to the light and throughout the seasons.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.