Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)

About

The Venus Flytrap is a carnivorous plant native to subtropical wetlands on the East Coast of the United States. Known for its jaw-like leaves, it captures prey such as insects and spiders.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers full sunlight.
• Water: Use distilled water; keep soil moist.
• Soil: Requires acidic soil, typically sphagnum moss.

Fun Facts

• The traps close within seconds of prey contact.
• It digests prey over 5 to 12 days.
• Each trap usually has a lifespan of about 10 closes.

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