{"product_id":"dionaea-muscipula","title":"Dionaea muscipula (Venus flytrap) — H12 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-content verdeia-product\" id=\"dionaea-muscipula\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🐾 Non-toxic • 🪴 Serrated traps that close on insects • ☀️ Full sun \/ Direct light • 💧 Always moist substrate • 📏 H12 cm | Pot Ø12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDionaea muscipula\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eVenus flytrap\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most famous carnivorous plant in the world — its serrated traps snap shut in a fraction of a second as soon as an insect touches their internal sensors. Native to North and South Carolina in the United States, it is one of the very few carnivorous plants with an active mechanism visible to the naked eye. Discover our other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/carnivoras\"\u003ecarnivorous plants\u003c\/a\u003e to create a complete carnivorous garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts popularity should not overshadow its specific needs — it requires plenty of direct sunlight and non-calcareous water. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/plantas-carnivoras-interior-guia-completa\"\u003ecomplete guide to carnivorous plants\u003c\/a\u003e details all these rules to help you grow it successfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- EXPOSURE \u0026 LOCATION --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDionaea muscipula is the carnivorous plant that demands the most light — without daily direct sunlight, its traps fade and lose their vitality. Well-colored and lively traps are a sign of sufficient exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or direct light — minimum 3 to 4 hours per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e south- or west-facing windowsill, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-balcon-sol\"\u003every sunny balcony\u003c\/a\u003e, bright greenhouse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 30 °C during growth — tolerates about 5 °C during winter dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e blond peat and sand or perlite, no fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WATERING \u0026 CARE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater required:\u003c\/strong\u003e exclusively rainwater, demineralized or reverse osmosis water — tap water hardness is fatal. Keep 0.5 to 1 cm of non-calcareous water in the saucer during summer; the substrate must never dry out. Also check out our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sarracenia-psittacina\"\u003eSarracenia psittacina\u003c\/a\u003e which shares the same watering logic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e none — the plant gets its nutrients from insects caught in its traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove browned traps at the base to encourage new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter dormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep it cool (5 to 10 °C) and bright in winter — this dormancy is essential for its longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DECOR IDEAS \u0026 PLANT COMBINATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor Ideas \u0026amp; Plant Combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIts green and red serrated traps make it the most spectacular element in a carnivorous plant arrangement — it immediately draws attention and sparks curiosity in all visitors. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/crear-un-rincon-de-descanso-vegetal-en-casa-inspiraciones-y-consejos\"\u003eguide to creating a plant corner\u003c\/a\u003e will give you ideas on how to showcase it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a carnivorous tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/drosera-aliciae\"\u003eDrosera aliciae\u003c\/a\u003e with shiny droplets and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sarracenia-venosa\"\u003eSarracenia venosa\u003c\/a\u003e with upright pitchers — three different capture mechanisms (jaws \/ droplets \/ pitchers), same watering logic, spectacular and educational carnivorous tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a complete collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e add a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nepenthes\"\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/a\u003e with hanging pitchers and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sarracenia-psittacina\"\u003eSarracenia psittacina\u003c\/a\u003e parrot — five carnivores, five ways to catch insects, a fascinating collection for lovers of unusual botany.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a lightweight plastic or light ceramic pot with a deep saucer is essential to maintain constant humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- VERDEIA TIPS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not trigger traps unnecessarily:\u003c\/strong\u003e each closure consumes a significant amount of energy — a plant whose traps are triggered without catching insects gradually weakens and produces fewer and fewer new traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sunlight is mandatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is the most important condition — without at least 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight per day, traps fade, lose their vigor, and the plant slowly declines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespect winter dormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in a cool (5 to 10 °C) and bright spot between November and February — this dormancy is essential for it to restart vigorously in spring with new colorful traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDionaea muscipula\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Venus flytrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e North and South Carolina (United States)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e H12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun \/ direct light\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — substrate constantly moist, non-calcareous water mandatory\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e to pets and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanical curiosity \/ Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The size and color of the traps naturally vary depending on light and season.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333253476617,"sku":"13912","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dionaea-muscipula-o12-h12-verdeia-2940048.jpg?v=1774724660","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/venus-flytrap","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}