Venus Flytrap Jaws
IntermediateDionaea muscipula 'Jaws'
A Venus flytrap whose marginal teeth are reduced to short triangles, so half-closed traps look like a shark's jaws. The traps are also large and well coloured. Bred and selected in the USA and registered with the ICPS in 2002.
About
'Jaws' is a Venus flytrap cultivar raised by L. Song Jr. of California and registered with the International Carnivorous Plant Society (ICPS) in 2002. The originator crossed 'Dentate Traps', whose marginal cilia are reduced to short teeth, as pollen parent with a plant noted for consistently large, moderately red traps, and selected this plant from the seedlings. The trap margins are dentate like the pollen parent, while the large, well-coloured traps follow the seed parent. Partly closed traps look like a shark's jaws, hence the name. It is vigorous and still catches insects despite lacking normal cilia. Several cultivars have toothed margins, such as 'Dentate Traps' and 'Sawtooth', so tooth shape alone is not a reliable identifier. The similarly named 'Jaws Smiley' is a separate cultivar registered in the Netherlands, with long traps curving backwards and a twisted-looking rosette. Both are sold in Japan, so check the name when buying. The parent species grows wild in wetlands of North and South Carolina, USA. Propagate vegetatively to keep it true; care is as for the species: sun, tray watering with pure water, no fertilizer and winter dormancy.
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Basic Info
Origin
Horticultural cultivar bred in the USA (species native to wetlands of North and South Carolina, USA)
Lifespan
Perennial (can be kept for many years by division)
Size
Few published measurements (traps are large)
Temperature
10〜30℃
Humidity
60〜90%
Watering & Fertilizer
No fertilizer (catches insects)
Growing Tips
Light & Placement
Full outdoor sun is best and brings out the red inside the traps. Indoors, give about 14 hours a day of white LED light.
Watering
Keep the pot standing in pure water, with the water level at least 5 cm below the soil surface so the crown is not waterlogged.
Soil & Repotting
Grows in sphagnum, peat or a 1:1 peat-sand mix. Divide and repot every year or two once the pot is full.
Fertilizer
Never fertilize the soil. Feeding insects or rehydrated dried bloodworms to the traps makes the plant larger.
Dormancy Care
Plants that face freezing winters outdoors need dormancy. Winter dieback is normal and new leaves appear in spring.
Pests & Cautions
Easily confused with 'Jaws Smiley'; long, twisted traps indicate that other cultivar, so check label and plant shape.
Venus Flytrap Jaws FAQ
QWhat is the growing difficulty level for Venus Flytrap Jaws?
Intermediate. A variety suitable for intermediate growers. Requires some cultivation experience and knowledge of environment management. Pay careful attention to temperature and humidity control.
QHow should I water and fertilize Venus Flytrap Jaws?
Venus Flytrap Jaws: watering & fertilizer — No fertilizer (catches insects). Aim for appropriate frequency and amount.
QWhat is the typical price for Venus Flytrap Jaws?
The price of Venus Flytrap Jaws varies significantly by variety, characteristics, size, and lineage. Please check GrowerDirect's price guide for the latest market information.
Last updated: September 23, 2026
References & Sources
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Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Dionaea muscipula 'Jaws' Ellis
Originator: L. Song Jr.
Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF Dionaea muscipula Ellis · ICPS 登録栽培品種 Dionaea 'Jaws'（2002年登録）
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
The Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) is listed in CITES Appendix II, and cultivars are treated as the species. International trade requires CITES permits, but buying and growing within Japan require no paperwork. The cultivar is not registered under Japan's Plant Variety Protection law.
Sources: Species+ (CITES) Dionaea muscipula / MAFF Plant Variety Protection database
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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