Flowers like the Night Blooming Jasmine and Common Evening Primrose close at night and bloom in the morning. Since Venus flytraps are a flowering plant, you are probably wondering if it behaves in a similar manner. In fact, Venus flytraps are quite different from typical flowering plants. Venus flytraps will open if the hair sensors … Read more
If you cut a flower off a Venus flytrap, will it feel pain? Or does the plant have no feelings no matter what you do? This is related to the question of whether plants can feel any sensation, and it is an interesting and hotly debated topic. In this post we will look at the … Read more
Venus flytraps behave a lot like predatory animals so that we tend to think of them in those terms. So it is only natural for people to ask if Venus flytraps have genders, or if they have babies like mammals do. While these plants have traits similar to animals, in many ways they are very … Read more
There are few things more alarming than seeing your Venus flytrap suffer root rot. This is quite a common issue for beginners and can cause serious problems if not handled properly. Fortunately there are ways to prevent this from happening. Root rot in Venus flytraps is caused by too much water, causing the root to … Read more
Because Venus flytraps grow in savannas and bogs, we know it needs a lot of water. But how much is too much? Is it really possible to overwater Venus flytraps or not? Too much or too little water can make or break the plant so you have to take the proper approach here. Venus flytrap … Read more
Knowing the signs of a dying Venus flytrap is essential for anyone who wants to grow this carnivorous plant. A lot of these unfortunately die due to lack of information, so it is a good idea to learn what the signs are and what can be done about it. A Venus flytrap loses all its … Read more
One of the most common questions new Venus flytrap owners ask is why some of the leaves turn black. Is it a sign the plant is dying and should you cut it off? What should you do about it? We will answer all those questions in detail because it is important for plant owners to … Read more
Venus flytraps need more water than the typical plant, but is that all the plant needs? What will happen if all you give your Venus flytrap is water? It is an interesting question which we will discuss here in depth. If you have one of these carnivorous plants, knowing the answer is key to nurturing … Read more
So you just noticed there is a long stem growing on your Venus flytrap, what could it be? Is this stem important for the plant or should you remove it right away? If you are new to Venus flytraps, the information here can definitely help you decide what to do. A growing stem or stalk … Read more
There is a common belief that Venus flytraps are difficult to grow especially indoors. The truth is anyone can do it as long as you meet the basic requirements. This article shows you how straightforward caring for Venus flytraps is indoors. Venus flytraps can grow indoors as long as they have access to light, water … Read more