That old fish bowl or antiquated aquarium gathering dust in your attic might have some use after all. That is if you’re planning to cultivate the exotic fly trap plant, which is quite easy to grow. There are only few requirements for these carnivorous plants to thrive: acidic soil, high humidity, wet roots, and full sunlight. Read the rest of this entry

If you want to grow a carnivorous plant, consider the sundew, which is both long lived and a very unique plant. This plant classified under the genus Drosera can live up to 50 years. With more than 170 species, the sundew finds itself among the largest genera of carnivore plants. Drosera plants have many fascinating characteristics, many of which will be highlighted here. Read the rest of this entry

The natural habitat of Venus fly trap plants is, unfortunately, being threatened by human activity such as the drainage of swampy areas, poaching plants from the wild, and the building of houses. Fortunately there are many ways that everyone can help promote the protection of this species in its natural habitat. Conservation can go a long way to protect Venus fly traps! Read the rest of this entry

Is a rock garden your cup of tea? If it is, then you’re a prime candidate for growing Pinguicula plants. These are carnivorous plants more popularly known by their common name butterworts. There are approximately 80 species of Pinguicula, but only about nine are native to North America. The North American butterworts are fascinating species. Read the rest of this entry

The benefits that could be derived from carnivorous plants go beyond their being conversation pieces in your home’s terrarium or as interesting nursery collections. These unique plants could serve as educational tools to inspire students about the many wonders of nature and spark interest in environmental conservation. Read the rest of this entry