Dionaea muscipula 'Dente

Also Known As

Dionaea muscipula 'Dente'
Venus Fly Trap
Venus Fly-Trap

Plant type

perennial, carnivorous, aquatic

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Dionaea muscipula 'Dente plant details

Dionaea muscipula 'Dente is an evergreen perennial carnivorous aquatic with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dionaea muscipula 'Dente

Plant type: perennial carnivorous aquatic
Plant family: droseraceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dionaea muscipula 'Dente

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dionaea muscipula 'Dente is a carnivorous Venus Fly-Trap plant that displays upright, deep green stems and green traps with shark-like teeth and reddish interiors. The bi-lobed leaf traps snap shut when the short, stiff hairs are touched. Carnivorous plants survive best in containers. Plant and grow in moist to wet soil mix: 50% peat moss, 50% perlite. Water with pure, low mineral water. Do not fertilize or force feed.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

The classic Carnivore. Lures insects in, "teeth" prevent them from escaping, and then when they hit the trigger, the plant closes and absorbs them. Allow to slightly dry between waterings. No fertilizer. Winter hardy. Can also be grown indoors.