Carnivorous plants

In nature, carnivorous plants grow in very poor soil, such as bogs. To make up for what the soil lacks, they catch small insects.

Some carnivorous plants close a trap on the insect – like the Venus flytrap (Dionaea). In some, the insects fall into leaves shaped like a tube – like Sarracenia. And in others, the insects stick to the leaves.

Each type has its own conditions – how much sun, how much water and what happens in winter. You will find each plant's conditions on its page.

• Water only with rainwater, distilled water or purified water (reverse osmosis).
• Do not fertilize.
• Plant only in a mix for carnivorous plants, in a pot with drainage holes.
• Give plenty of light. How much direct sun – by type.
• Check on the plant's page whether it rests in winter: some types rest, others grow all year.

No. Tap water contains minerals that harm carnivorous plants. Water with rainwater, distilled water or purified water (reverse osmosis).

Not a must – they catch insects on their own. If you want to give one – only a small insect. Do not give meat or food.

It depends on the type. Some suit a bright window indoors, others need direct sun outdoors. It is written on each plant's page.

It depends on the type. The Venus flytrap and Sarracenia, for example, rest in winter: they grow slowly and some leaves turn black. Some tropical types grow all year.

Old leaves and traps turn black and dry up naturally, and new ones grow in their place. In types that rest in winter, this happens more in winter.

In a nursery pot, in a mix that suits them. If you move them to another pot – only with a mix for carnivorous plants and with drainage holes.