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Practical Uses

Insect control, ornamental plant.

Soil Type

Acidic, sandy, nutrient-poor soil

Sunlight Requirements

Full Sun

Water Needs

Keep soil moist at all times.

Fun

Venus Flytrap

Facts

  • It eats bugs!
  • It snaps shut in less than a second.
  • The 'trap' part of the plant can only snap about 7 times before it stops working.
  • Venus flytraps lure insects with nectar.

Where do they live?

Subtropical wetlands in North and South Carolina, USA.

How big can they grow?

5-6 inches

Learn More!

The Venus Flytrap is a carnivorous plant that catches and digests insects and spiders. Native to subtropical wetlands, this plant is famous for its 'snap trap' mechanism, which shuts its lobes when prey touches sensitive hairs. The flytrap absorbs nutrients from its prey, supplementing the poor soils in which it grows. The bright green trap and red interior lure insects, and it can close in less than a second. Flytraps also rely on insects to help pollinate their flowers.