{"product_id":"dionaea-muscipula-trichterfalle","title":"Dionaea muscipula 'Trichterfalle' – Winter Dormant Venus Flytrap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDionaea muscipula\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Trichterfalle’ is a distinctive Venus Flytrap clone named for its unusual funnel-shaped traps. The German name \u003cem\u003eTrichterfalle\u003c\/em\u003e translates to “Funnel Trap”, referring to the characteristic trap form that sets this cultivar apart from typical Venus Flytraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis clone typically produces small to medium-sized traps that may remain partially closed or develop a narrow, conical shape rather than opening fully. The degree of funnel formation varies between individual traps and throughout the growing season, making every plant unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrap Form \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of ‘Trichterfalle’ is its unusual trap architecture. Rather than forming broad, open traps, many develop a distinctive funnel or cup-like shape while retaining functional trigger hairs and marginal teeth. This unusual growth habit makes it a highly desirable collector's cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColour Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder strong light, trap interiors develop rich red pigmentation that is often especially intense during winter dormancy. Mature plants display an attractive contrast between the deep red trap interiors and green outer foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinter Dormancy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese plants are currently in their natural winter dormancy. During this period they may have fewer active traps, shorter leaves, and some older traps may blacken and die back. This is a normal and essential part of the Venus Flytrap's annual growth cycle. Each plant has a healthy rhizome and will resume vigorous growth as temperatures warm in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the best trap development and colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use only rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis (RO) water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-poor carnivorous plant mix such as sphagnum peat with perlite or silica sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants grown outdoors will naturally catch their own insects. Avoid fertilisers and unnecessary triggering of the traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e An annual winter dormancy is essential for long-term health and vigorous spring growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Images are representative of the clone type and not the exact plant supplied. Winter-grown plants may display fewer traps than during the peak growing season, but often exhibit stronger red colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carnivorous","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51929276809504,"sku":null,"price":19.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/20260701_101954.jpg?v=1782865284","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/dionaea-muscipula-trichterfalle","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}