Dionaea muscipula Gremlin (Shipped Bare-Root)

Registered in 2013 by Damon Collingsworth of California Carnivores, who found this plant before 2009, the Gremlin is named for its extraordinary tendency to divide and multiply. A single clump can grow into a remarkable mound in just a few years. The foliage is entirely golden green, and new traps may blush a very light pink when first opening in strong light — a subtle blush that fades as they mature, suggesting it is not entirely anthocyanin free. Distinguished from Justina Davis by this light pink new-growth blush and its vigorous clumping nature.

Care Requirements

Light — 6+ hours of direct sun daily. A south-facing window or outdoor placement in full sun is ideal.

Water — Pure water only, under 50ppm dissolved solids. Use distilled, reverse osmosis, or collected rainwater. Most tap water will not work. Keep roots sitting in a shallow tray of water.

Soil — Pure peat moss or long-fiber sphagnum, with optional perlite or sand added for drainage. Garden soil will not work.

Dormancy — Required. Allow 3 to 4 months of cold dormancy each winter for long-term health.

Hardiness — Zones 7–10 outdoors, or overwinter indoors in a cool location.

Shipping & What to Expect

Our bare root Dionaea muscipula (Venus flytraps) are shipped according to their natural growing cycle. During the active growing season (spring through early fall), you'll receive a plant with live traps, often in vibrant color. In the winter months, Venus flytraps naturally enter dormancy and will be shipped without leaves or with small winter rosettes — this is completely normal and essential for the plant's long-term health.

Please note that the plant and photo shown are representative of the variety but not the exact plant, size, or stage of growth you will receive. You will receive one plant; photos may occasionally show multiple plants for reference. Each plant is unique, and we guarantee a healthy, established plant ready to grow.