Scientific Name: Dionaea muscipula 'Chinese Dumplings'

Also known as: Chinese Dumplings Venus Flytrap

Origin: A cultivated novelty variety, likely selected for its unusually short, round traps that resemble tiny dumplings.

Dionaea muscipula 'Chinese Dumplings' is a compact and quirky flytrap variety with rounded traps that form a tight, low-growing rosette. This cultivar is prized for its unusual, bulbous trap shape—more squat than the typical flytrap—which gives it an endearing, dumpling-like look. Perfect for collectors seeking something unique and fun in form, it performs like any classic Venus Flytrap but with extra character.

Growing Requirements

Light: Bright light is essential—full sun or LED grow lights (5000–6500K) for at least 4–6 hours daily.

Water: Only use distilled, rainwater, or reverse osmosis (RO) water.

Watering:

• Active growth: Keep soil wet, sitting in a shallow tray of water.

• Dormant phase: Water less frequently—just keep damp and remove from standing water.

Humidity: 40–70% ideal. Tolerates average indoor humidity if water and light are consistent.

Temperature: Thrives in 20–30°C. Requires 2–3 months of dormancy at 5–10°C during winter.

Feeding: Traps insects naturally. Feed small insects sparingly indoors. Avoid triggering traps for fun—this drains energy.

Dormancy: Yes—expect trap die-back in winter. Growth resumes in spring.

What’s Included

Plant: One small Dionaea muscipula 'Chinese Dumplings'. Traps may be green with light blushing at shipping stage; rounded shape will become more defined as it matures. Size: approx. 2–3 cm across.

Grow Cup: 5 cm clear plastic cup with ventilated lid. Includes protective moss or sterile medium.

Medium: Carnivorous plant soil—peat-based, low-nutrient, breathable, and moisture-retentive.

Instructions: Step-by-step planting and care guide included.

Beginner Tips

• Keep traps clean and dry—don’t overfeed

• Provide strong light to promote compact form

• Winter rest is essential for long-term success