Dionaea muscipula B52 Flytrap
Best robust specimen for aspiring carnivorous plant enthusiasts.
This Dionaea muscipula B52 Flytrap is a giant cultivar, with mature traps capable of reaching up to 2 inches in length, significantly larger than typical Venus flytraps. It is an outdoor perennial suited for container growing, requiring full sun during its active season and low-mineral water. The plant is shipped as a juvenile and acclimated for outdoor conditions, with its appearance changing throughout the year, including a dormant period in winter. It thrives in a specific soil mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite.
$19.95
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Price vs Category Average
-61%
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Type
Outdoor perennial for container growing
/ Outdoor perennial for container growing
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking an eco-friendly way to reduce indoor pests.
- Plant collectors desiring a unique, active, and visually dramatic specimen.
- Parents and educators introducing children to the wonders of nature.
Who should skip it
- Beginners unfamiliar with the specialized needs of carnivorous plants.
- Indoor gardeners preferring plants with consistent year-round growth.
- Curious individuals prone to excessive interaction with their plants.
Performance breakdown
Trap Size Potential
The B52 cultivar consistently produces significantly larger traps than standard varieties.
Growth Vigor
Robust genetics ensure rapid development when provided with ample sunlight.
Care Complexity
Strict water and soil requirements demand attention from dedicated plant owners.
Outdoor Hardiness
Well-acclimated for outdoor life, though winter dormancy requires careful seasonal management.
Visual Impact
Striking, oversized traps make this an immediate focal point for collections.
Beginner Accessibility
Specific environmental needs make this a challenging choice for novice gardeners.
Key Specs
Type
Outdoor perennial for container growing
Height
Up to 3 inches
Sunlight
Full sun during the growing season
Water
Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less)
Soil
Equal parts peat moss and perlite only
Winter Care
Dormant. Minimal protection in USDA zones 7-9. Mulch in colder regions.
Age
Juvenile plant
Scientific Name
Dionaea muscipula
Know before you buy
The B52 is a giant cultivar specifically bred for size. Its mature traps can reach up to 2 inches in length, which is significantly larger than the traps found on typical Venus flytraps.
While it is a potted plant, the B52 is an outdoor perennial that requires full sun to thrive. It will generally struggle indoors unless you have a very high-intensity grow light setup, so outdoor container growing is strongly recommended.
Venus flytraps are sensitive to minerals. You must use low-mineral water, such as distilled water, reverse osmosis water, or rainwater, with a reading of 50 ppm or less.
This plant goes through a natural dormant period in winter. In USDA zones 7-9, it can remain outdoors with minimal protection, but if you live in a colder region, you should provide extra mulch or move the container to a sheltered, unheated area.
The plant arrives in its appropriate medium, but for future repotting, you must use a specific mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. Never use standard potting soil or fertilizers, as the nutrients will kill the plant.
No. Because this is a living perennial, its appearance changes throughout the seasons. Expect it to look different during its active growing season compared to its winter dormancy phase.
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