1-3 Plants in a Tissue Culture Cup

Visual Description: The Venus Fly Trap 'Giant Traps' is a cultivar that lives up to its name, known for producing some of the largest traps among Venus Fly Traps. These traps can grow significantly larger than those of standard varieties, making 'Giant Traps' an impressive specimen in any carnivorous plant collection. The traps are typically green with a rich red interior when exposed to sufficient sunlight, and the teeth along the edges are long and sharply pointed, enhancing its predatory appearance.

Country of Origin: 'Giant Traps' originates from the southeastern United States, where Venus Fly Traps are naturally found.

Ideal Growing Conditions:

• Bright, indirect sunlight
• Humid environment with well-draining, nutrient-poor soil (sphagnum peat moss and perlite mix)
• Keep soil moist with distilled or rainwater (avoid tap water)
• Temperature range of 70-85°F (21-29°C) during the growing season
• Cooler dormancy period in winter (around 40-50°F or 4-10°C)

Additional Information:

• Watering Tips: Use only distilled or rainwater; tap water can harm the plant due to its mineral content.
• Dormancy: A winter dormancy period is essential for the plant's long-term health; the plant should be kept cool and receive less water.
• Feeding: Can capture its own prey, occasionally feeding it small insects like flies or spiders can promote its impressive growth.

How to Harden Tissue Culture Dionaea muscipula: Gradually acclimatise your tissue-cultured to outdoor conditions. Start by placing the plant in a shaded area for a week, then slowly introduce it to more sunlight over the next 2–3 weeks. Maintain high humidity during this period, and be cautious not to expose the plant to direct sunlight or strong winds too quickly.