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1-3 Plants in a Tissue Culture Cup
Botanical Name:
Dionaea muscipula 'Green Wizard'

Visual Description:
The Venus Fly Trap Dionaea muscipula 'Green Wizard' is a striking variety known for its vivid green coloration and robust traps. Unlike other varieties, 'Green Wizard' stands out with its uniformly bright green hue, from the leaves to the trap interiors, giving it an almost magical, otherworldly appearance. The traps are large and feature long, finely spaced cilia, which form a cage-like structure when closed. In its tissue culture stage, 'Green Wizard' remains compact but exhibits its strong growth potential and signature vibrant green color, making it a favorite for collectors of carnivorous plants.

Key Features:

• Carnivorous Function: True to its lineage, 'Green Wizard' captures and digests insects using its specialized traps, which close quickly when the sensitive trigger hairs detect movement. This adaptation allows the plant to thrive in low-nutrient soils by obtaining essential nutrients from prey.
• Unique All-Green Appearance: The entirely green traps and leaves make 'Green Wizard' a visually stunning addition to any collection, especially when placed in contrast to other Venus Fly Trap varieties.
• Large Trap Size: The traps of 'Green Wizard' are known for their impressive size and effectiveness, giving it a powerful, commanding presence even as a juvenile plant.

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Requires full sun for 6 or more hours daily to maintain its health and encourage strong trap formation. The bright light will help maintain the vibrant green color of the plant.
• Water: Use only rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water. The soil should remain moist but not waterlogged, and it’s crucial to avoid water with minerals or salts.
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 15-30°C. In the winter, a dormancy period with cooler temperatures (around 5-10°C) is essential for long-term health.
• Humidity: High humidity levels of 50-70% are ideal, though 'Green Wizard' can adapt to slightly lower levels once acclimated.

Tissue Culture Care and Hardening:

After receiving your Venus Fly Trap 'Green Wizard' in a tissue culture cup, it’s essential to transition the plant to regular growing conditions. Follow these steps for a successful acclimation:

• Gradual Humidity Reduction: Begin by placing the plant in a covered container or terrarium with high humidity. Slowly increase air circulation by slightly opening the container more each day over 1-2 weeks. This will help the plant adjust to lower humidity levels.
• Shaded Placement: Start by positioning the plant in a shaded area with indirect light. After several days, gradually increase its exposure to direct sunlight, but avoid full sun until the plant has fully acclimated.
• Maintain Moisture: Keep the substrate moist but not soaked. Use rainwater or distilled water, and ensure the plant never sits in standing water.
• Stable Temperature: Maintain a stable temperature between 20-25°C during the hardening process to avoid stress. Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations.
• Monitoring: Keep an eye on the plant for signs of stress, such as browning or wilting traps, and adjust the humidity, light, and water levels as needed.

Once the 'Green Wizard' has hardened, it will be ready for its permanent growing environment, where it will thrive with proper care. Its all-green traps and impressive growth make it an enchanting addition to any carnivorous plant display, adding a touch of magic to any collection.