Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth
IntermediateDionaea muscipula 'Shark Teeth'
A trade name for a Venus flytrap sold as a form with short, saw-like teeth on the trap margins. The name is not in the ICPS register of cultivars, and its originator and reference plant are unclear. Care is as for the species.
About
'Shark Teeth' is a trade name used in Japan, mainly at online auctions, for a Venus flytrap whose marginal cilia are reduced to short teeth. The name does not appear in the International Carnivorous Plant Society (ICPS) register of cultivars, and no originator, date or reference plant has been published. Short triangular teeth are shared by several registered cultivars such as 'Dentate Traps', 'Sawtooth' and 'Jaws', which the ICPS groups around 'Dentate Traps'. Registered names containing 'Shark', such as 'Shark Mirror' and 'Korean Melody Shark', also exist, so it is not known whether 'Shark Teeth' is another name for one of them or a separate selection. Plants sold under this name may differ between sellers, so check photos of the actual plant before buying. The parent species, Dionaea muscipula, is the only species in its genus and grows wild in wetlands of North and South Carolina, USA. Toothed forms still catch insects, and care is the same as for the species: plenty of sun, tray watering with pure water, no fertilizer and winter dormancy outdoors. Propagate by division to keep the form.
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Basic Info
Origin
Trade name of unknown origin (species native to wetlands of North and South Carolina, USA)
Lifespan
Perennial (can be kept for many years by division)
Size
Few published measurements
Temperature
10〜30℃
Humidity
60〜90%
Watering & Fertilizer
No fertilizer (catches insects)
Growing Tips
Light & Placement
Give full outdoor sun. A windowsill indoors is too dim; use white LEDs for about 14 hours a day.
Watering
Keep the pot standing in pure water. Tap water high in dissolved salts harms it; use distilled, RO or rain water.
Soil & Repotting
Grows in sphagnum, peat or a 1:1 peat-sand mix. Divide and repot when the plant fills the pot.
Fertilizer
Never fertilize the soil. Feed insects or rehydrated dried bloodworms to the traps if growth slows.
Dormancy Care
Plants facing freezing winters outdoors need dormancy; blackened winter leaves are normal.
Pests & Cautions
As an unregistered trade name, plants with this label may differ; check photos of the actual plant's teeth before buying.
Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth FAQ
QWhat is the growing difficulty level for Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth?
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 Shark Teeth?
Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth: watering & fertilizer — No fertilizer (catches insects). Aim for appropriate frequency and amount.
QWhat is the typical price for Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth?
The price of Venus Flytrap Shark Teeth 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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The classifications, regulations, and growing data on this page are created and verified based on the primary information database below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Dionaea muscipula 'Shark Teeth' Ellis
Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF Dionaea muscipula Ellis
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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