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Venus flytrap
Scientific name :
Dionaea muscipula
Light Requirements :
Direct light, Bright light
Height :
5 to 15 cm
Width :
5 to 20 cm
Color :
Green
Watering :
Rainwater or distilled water only<br>Keep the substrate moist but avoid standing water
Maintenance :
Do not fertilize, the plant gets its nutrients from its prey Do not trigger the traps unnecessarily, it exhausts the plant Provide a dormancy period in winter (reduce watering and lower temperatures) Use a pot with good drainage to prevent root rot
Description :
The Venus flytrap is an iconic carnivorous plant that captures its prey using leaves modified into jaw-like structures. Its traps are lined with sensitive hairs that detect the movements of insects. When these hairs are stimulated twice within a few seconds, the traps quickly close to imprison the prey. Once captured, the plant secretes digestive enzymes to break down the insect and absorb its nutrients. It is non-toxic to humans and animals.
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