Overview
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' is a matforming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Dionaea, part of the Droseraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' is a cultivar of the carnivorous Venus Flytrap genus Dionaea, known for capturing insects with small hairs on the inner surfaces of its leaves. This matforming, evergreen plant thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers a sheltered position. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with an acidic pH. Suitable for conservatories and greenhouses, 'Red Shark Teeth' is hardy to UK zone H3 and is of particular interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dionaea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth'
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth'?
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' need?
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' hardy in the UK?
Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Dionaea muscipula 'Red Shark Teeth'?
Seed, division.
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