Venus Flytrap Flaming Lips • Flytrapstore, USA • Collectible Import
Giant variety with large traps: jagged teeth and red interior
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Product Details
Smacking good looks
Plant Description
- Species: Dionaea Muscipula
- Dionaea Muscipula 'Flaming Lips' is a colourful venus fly trap which, when mature, grows large traps with short, sharp teeth. This cultivar was named for its vibrant sunset-shades of colour infused across the traps
- Flaming lips is a vigorous grower and topped the list as one of our Best-sellers for five consecutive years
- Last few remaining - grab 'em quick before they're gone...forever
- Bite-size info:
- 🏡 Full sun, outdoors
- 📅 Growing season: October to April
- 🌱Mature size: 10-15cm
- 🏆Recommended for: All levels carnivorous plant enthusiasts
- ℹ️Price is for a single plant and is available either bareroot or potted as per your preference
THE OPTIONS
Sizes
- Whether you prefer starting off with a younger plant and watching it grow over the years into full majestic glory or jumping in with more munch, right from the get go, we've got you covered! Cultivo is all about choices and our plants are available in various sizes and options to suit your every need
- These are 3+ year old (3-5cm) to 5+ years (near-flowering size) plants, sold either bareroot or ready to grow - already potted in our deluxe carnivorous plant soil, without the need for repotting and acclimatisation on your end. The size on offer refers to the maximum size your plant will reach during the current or upcoming growing season
Bareroot or potted?
- Potted plants are sent with a protective covering and will be good in this soil for another 6-9 months. Planter sizes are selected in relation to plant size and range from 7.5cm to 10cm pots unless otherwise mentioned
- Bare root plants are for those who wish to pot up and acclimatise their own plants. Plants and winter bulbs are cleaned, cut back, rinsed and sent in a protective covering with roots wrapped in damp paper towels
- Still in need of special potting soil? Pick up some of our deluxe premixed growing media for venus fly traps here
Currently available
- This guideline is provided as reference and is indicative of the current state or condition of the plant you will receive
- If your are new to the carnivorous plant world >> Read our guideline on Temperate plants and winter dormancy: What to expect so there are no surprises when ordering venus fly traps from us during the colder months
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR PLANT
Plant care & special considerations
- 🏡 Grow outdoors
- ☀️ Minimum 6 hours direct sunlight
- 💧 Moist, nutrient-free soil (rain or distilled water)
- 🍴 No need to feed
- 🌷 Cut flowerstalks for a healthier plant
- 💤 Dormant in winter
- ✅ Detailed care information is available in our online reference guide and the weblink is included with your purchase
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will I receive my plant?
- We process orders on weekdays within 48 hours. Courier or collect - See estimated delivery date at checkout
Will my plant be safe during shipping?
- Absolutely! All live plant material is sent using our deluxe packaging methods and is backed by Cultivo's 'Arrive Alive' guarantee
Payment & Delivery
Ordering
- 🛒 Website items are available online only – We ship anywhere in South Africa
- ⏳ Processing Time – Paid orders are usually processed within 24 hours on weekdays and shipped within 2-3 days (Monday to Friday)
Payment
- 🔒 Secure Payments – Pay via Yoco or Payfast. We also accept EFTs
Delivery
- 🚚 Delivery Options – Full tracking available with Pargo and door-to-door courier. Pickup and Local delivery within Gauteng available
- 📧 Order Updates – Opt-in for email notifications by checking the box at checkout
- 💰 Shipping Rates from R139 – Get a free, instant estimate using the shipping calculator on the cart page before checking out! This rate covers all packaging materials and actual delivery costs—what you see is what you pay - no hidden fees!
- ✨ Free Shipping on all orders over R2000
Disclaimer
- Just a quick heads-up: Since plants are natural products, you might notice some slight variations when unboxing your plants
- We do our best to make sure the plants you receive look like the ones in the photos, but keep in mind that seasons change and plants grow. Some leaves might age and die off, new ones might sprout and the plants may look a bit different over time
- 99% of what we sell are one-of-a-kind collector items, so you will receive the exact plant pictured. The labels are spot on, so even if the plant looks a bit different, we 100% guarantee it's the real deal
- Also, all the photos you see are of our own plants unless we mention otherwise. We update images occasionally to keep things fresh. If you want to see updated pictures before you buy, just let us know – we're happy to help!
