Dionaea muscipula 'Trichterfalle' – Winter Dormant Venus Flytrap

Dionaea muscipula ‘Trichterfalle’ is a distinctive Venus Flytrap clone named for its unusual funnel-shaped traps. The German name Trichterfalle translates to “Funnel Trap”, referring to the characteristic trap form that sets this cultivar apart from typical Venus Flytraps.

This 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.

Trap Form & Appearance

The 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.

Colour Notes

Under 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.

Winter Dormancy

These 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.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun for the best trap development and colour.
• Water: Use only rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis (RO) water.
• Growing Medium: Nutrient-poor carnivorous plant mix such as sphagnum peat with perlite or silica sand.
• Feeding: Plants grown outdoors will naturally catch their own insects. Avoid fertilisers and unnecessary triggering of the traps.
• Dormancy: An annual winter dormancy is essential for long-term health and vigorous spring growth.

Please note: 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.