Living Venus Fly Trap Plant
From £20.00

Living Venus Fly Trap Plant

From £20.00

As a part of The Little Botanical’s curated collection, this fun little living Venus Fly Trap is a fab addition to your plant collection. It’s not just a plant; it’s a thoughtful and unique gift choice for a little loved one. With its intriguing snappy traps, it will bring delight to whoever you send this to.

Need to know: The Little Botanical is the supplier of Snapper the Living Venus Fly Trap. If you haven’t seen it the John Lewis Christmas Ad, check it out below and find out why you need to embrace this captivating little plant, and watch it work its magic!

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A little snappy Venus Fly Trap; the perfect little gift for someone this year!

Living Venus Fly Trap Plant – 12cm Tall

Bring a touch of nature’s magic into your home with this Venus Fly Trap – a truly fascinating carnivorous plant that’s as entertaining as it is unique. Standing at approximately 12cm tall, this striking houseplant is the perfect way to add a fun, unusual twist to your indoor jungle.

With its petite but dramatic red-tinted traps, this plant isn’t just a pretty face – it’s a natural insect hunter. The sensitive hairs inside each trap spring into action when touched by an unsuspecting insect, snapping shut to capture its prey. It’s a remarkable natural mechanism that provides endless fascination, making this little wonder a guaranteed conversation starter.

The Perfect Plant Gift

Presented in our signature The Little Botanical green and gold ceramic pot and finished with a decorative moss topping, the Venus Fly Trap makes a fabulous gift for any plant lover. Whether it’s for a birthday, a housewarming, or just because, this quirky little carnivorous plant is guaranteed to delight. Check out more inspiration for plant gifts if you’re looking to treat someone special.

Caring for Your Venus Fly Trap

We’re proud that our Venus Fly Traps are grown right here in the UK. As seen in the John Lewis Christmas Advert 2023, this plant is a real star!

For the healthiest and happiest plant:

  • Place in a bright spot with plenty of indirect sunlight.

  • Keep the soil very moist at all times – these plants love humidity.

  • Do not touch the traps unnecessarily; let the plant catch its own prey naturally.

  • Expect traps to turn black and die back occasionally – this is a normal part of its life cycle.

Want to learn more? Read our care guide for the Venus Fly Trap for top grower tips.

Caring for the Venus Fly Trap

Venus Fly Traps are plants that eat bugs, they are like little hunters. They are fun to watch but also need the right care to grow big and strong!

How to take care them in your home:

1. Water: Keep the soil damp, like a wet sponge, but don’t make it too soggy. Letting it dry out can cause the traps to go from their lovely bright green colour to black.
2. Sunlight: Venus Fly Traps love sunshine! Pop them in a sunny spot, like on a windowsill where they can get lots of sunlight every day.
3. Food: If you want to feed them bugs, you can, but they are best at catching bugs by themselves.
4. Don’t touch: It’s best to not play or touch the traps, as this can cause them to die prematurely.
5. Dormancy: In winter, Venus Fly Traps like to rest and won’t grow much. But will be happy in a bright spot until Spring arrives.
6. Don’t Feed Junk Food: Only feed them real bugs, not things like sweeties or crumbs. This can harm them and cause them to die early.

How they grow in nature

Venus Fly Trap plants, with their fascinating origins, are a marvel of evolution. These botanical wonders have adapted to nutrient-poor environments, such as bogs and wetlands, where they’ve evolved unique mechanisms to capture and digest insects. Their carnivorous behaviour allows them to supplement their nutrient intake, particularly nitrogen, which is often scarce in these habitats.

Venus Fly Trap Carnivorous plants also play a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of their natural ecosystems. By controlling insect populations, they help ensure the survival of other plant species and contribute to the overall health of their habitats. In essence, these captivating carnivores not only showcase the incredible diversity of life on Earth but also serve as guardians of their native environments.

  • As the fly traps were sold out I was offered an alternative or a refund. Excellent customer service. I chose the alternative and I’m extremely pleased with it

    Lyndsey F +6 months ago

    5 / 5

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