
Dionaea muscipula Red Dragon Flytrap
This flytrap features red leaves and traps. Young plants are bright red throughout. As the plant matures, it turns maroon with a green margin along the edge of the traps. Despite its attractive red leaves, this particular variety is temperamental. It dislikes root disturbance, and it dislikes excessive heat. (Other varieties of flytraps are much more resilient.) In winter, it will also drop all of its leaves, leaving nothing to show. The Red Dragon Flytrap is best for growers who have experience growing the more typical variety.
Type of Plant: Outdoor perennial for container growing.
Height: Up to 4 inches at maturity.
Sunlight: Full sun during the growing season. (The Red Dragon Flytrap likes full sun but dislikes excessive heat. So it's most suitable to regions with sunny yet moderate summers.)
Water: Low-mineral water (50 ppm or less).
Soil: Equal parts peat moss and perlite only.
Winter: Dormant. Minimal protection in USDA zones 7-9. Mulch in colder regions.
PLANT YOU RECEIVE
• Juvenile plant, acclimated for outdoor growing.
• Shipped in a 3-inch pot. Care instructions are included.
Photos illustrate summer growth. Appearance changes with the seasons at the time of shipping. See below for more information.
ATTENTION
We forced these Venus Flytraps out of dormancy in a greenhouse for an upcoming event. You may need to acclimate these plants to outdoor growing, depending on your region. Instructions will be provided.
All outdoor perennials experience seasonal changes at our nursery in Oregon.
• January-March: Plant is dormant with few traps.
• April: Spring growth will appear by the end of the month.
• May: Still waking up. Fully developed traps will gradually appear.
• June-August: Full display of traps.
• September: Plant is slowing down. Upright traps start to drop.
• October: Dormancy begins. Fewer traps. No new growth until spring.
• November-December: Plant is dormant. Browned traps are cut off.
Reviews
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DIONAEA MUSCIPULA RED DRAGON FLYTRAP
USDA Zone 6a-6b I received my Red Dragon Venus Flytrap in excellent condition. They are currently resting in one to two inches of distilled water (0 ppm) via refrigerator storage (36° - 40°) with around 45% humidity.
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Excellent
These Red Dragons are Top Tier! Definitely recommended
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Red Dragon Flytrap
Looks great ! Growing well , my flytrap is currently dormant , it looks like my others , so I think it’s ok ! Great plants
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Red dragon
I got two flytraps from them; one is doing really well, and the other is struggling and not looking like it was going to make it. They did send a new one, which was nice of them, and I look forward to buying more from them.
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Love them
Traps arrived nice and red and in great shape
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Just as pictured
Packed very well. Came in excellent condition and is doing great!
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Flytrap
Good morning , The plants are doing very well , growing and one just finished flowering. I have 3 flytraps and when insects come into contact with the traps they stick but it doesn’t close. I imagine the plant still gets the nutrients from the bug regardless, is this correct? Other than that everything is enjoyable. Thank you, Ted
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Red Dragon
Plant came tiny and beautiful. Unfortunately inside and outside I am having a hard time keeping this particular species alive, so the litte guy has unfortunately passed already due to owner error:(
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Red Dragon Flytrap
Plant arrived in great condition and is doing well. It is producing new traps and growing bigger. Very pleased with its success.
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Traps reaching for the sun
Beautiful, large traps with more growing
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DIONAEA MUSCIPULA RED DRAGON FLYTRAP
Arrived growing and beautiful
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Omg! Beautiful
I have been receiving plants by post for a long time. I have never had a plant packaged so well. It is healthy, vibrant, and I cannot wait to watch this beauty grow and thrive. A++++++