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Carnivorous Plant Encyclopedia

Encyclopedia of popular carnivorous plants with care guides, trapping mechanisms, and cultivation tips.

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Cephalotus Eden Black© Gabriele Zoppoli / CC BY-SA 4.0

Cephalotus Eden Black

Cephalotus follicularis 'Eden Black'

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A selected clone of the Albany pitcher plant. In strong light the rim, then the whole pitcher and even the lid darken to a near-black purple. Selected by a British grower in the late 1980s and registered with the ICPS in 2007.

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How much do carnivorous plants cost?
Venus Flytraps cost 500-2,000 yen, Nepenthes 1,000-10,000 yen, and rare highland Nepenthes can exceed tens of thousands of yen depending on species and size.
Can beginners grow carnivorous plants?
Venus Flytraps, Sundews, and Sarracenia are relatively easy and beginner-friendly. Keep them in a tray of water for humidity and place in a sunny spot.
How long do carnivorous plants live?
Venus Flytraps can live 10+ years with proper care, and Sarracenia are similarly long-lived. Nepenthes can grow for decades in the right conditions, getting progressively larger.
What should I check when buying carnivorous plants?
Check that leaves and traps are healthy with no root rot. For Nepenthes, choose specimens with pitchers. Avoid sudden environment changes after purchase and acclimate gradually.
Do I need to feed insects to carnivorous plants?
They grow fine through photosynthesis alone without feeding. Insects are supplemental nutrition and don't need to be force-fed. Outdoor plants catch bugs naturally, which is fun to observe.