Dhara Seeds
Venus Flytrap Dionaea muscipula carnivorous plant seeds for indoor pots and home gardens
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Growing Instructions
Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) is a fascinating carnivorous plant that attracts gardeners with its unique trap-shaped leaves. Perfect for indoor pots and home gardens, this species captures insects for nutrition while providing a striking, conversation-starting plant. Easy to grow with proper care, Venus Flytraps are ideal for botanical enthusiasts and home gardeners seeking something rare and intriguing.
Features:
- Unique Carnivorous Mechanism: Leaves snap shut to trap small insects.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for indoor pots, terrariums, or small container gardens.
- Low Maintenance: Thrives in controlled indoor environments with proper watering.
- Educational & Decorative: Excellent for teaching about carnivorous plants or adding exotic appeal to home gardens.
- Long Lifespan: Perennial plant with correct seasonal care.
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Dionaea muscipula
- Common Name: Venus Flytrap
- Plant Type: Carnivorous perennial
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10 (indoor cultivation recommended outside these zones)
- Germination Time: 14–21 days
- Optimal Temperature: 70–85°F (21–29°C)
- Light Requirement: Full sun to bright indirect light
- Soil Type: Acidic, nutrient-poor, well-draining soil (peat-sand mix)
- Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist with distilled or rainwater
- Planting Season: Spring to early summer
- Bloom Time: Late spring (small white flowers; optional removal to encourage trap growth)
- Height: 4–6 inches
- Spacing: 4–6 inches apart in pots
- Ideal For: Indoor pots, home garden containers, terrariums, educational gardens
Planting Guide:
- Sow seeds on a moist peat-sand soil mixture; do not cover, as they require light to germinate.
- Keep soil consistently moist using distilled or rainwater; avoid tap water.
- Maintain bright light conditions or full sun exposure indoors for optimal growth.
- Once seedlings develop several trap leaves, transplant carefully into individual pots.
- Mimic natural seasonal dormancy in winter by reducing light and temperature for 3–4 months to ensure healthy long-term growth.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.