Dionaea muscipula Mad Snappy (Shipped Bare-Root)

The Dionaea muscipula 'Mad Snappy' is a fascinating cultivar of the Venus Flytrap that stands out primarily for its unique trap architecture and vigorous growth. If you are looking for a plant that departs from the classic look, this is a top-tier choice.

Here is a breakdown of what makes 'Mad Snappy' a standout in a collection:

Key Characteristics

• Unique Trap Shape: The traps are notably "cupped" or concave, often appearing wider and more bowl-like than standard varieties.

• The "Mad" Teeth: Its marginal teeth (the cilia) are often shorter, more irregular, and can appear slightly jagged or "shredded," which gives the plant a wild, aggressive look.

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 you will receive. Each plant is unique, and we guarantee a healthy, established rhizome ready to grow.