What do Venus flytraps eat? The name says it all: The Venus flytrap eats flies (or other small insects). The prey must be alive when caught. Dead flies won't work; the insect must move around inside the trap or the trap cannot consume and digest it. read more
You can definitely have a flytrap at home, but as others have said there are some things to consider before buying one. Make sure it has enough light. As other answerers have said, if you don't have a window facing a sunny direction, don't live in a sunny place or don't plan to ever take your plant outside, you may need to buy a grow light. read more
Unless you live where Venus Flytraps grow naturally, you probably won't be able to just plop one into the dirt in your garden and watch it grow. However, if you are willing to invest a little time and effort, you can certainly grow Venus Flytraps at home. read more