10 Carnivorous Plants That Will Grow Well In Your Home

What is the best carnivorous plant for indoors? 

There are many varieties of carnivorous plants, which consist of about 600 species. Carnivorous plants are native to all continents except Antarctica and Australia. 

Some can be found in tropical regions or boggy swamps, while others thrive in temperate zones.

Carnivorous plants are native to nutrient-poor soil and survive by catching prey. Most good indoor carnivorous plant species require much more in the way of nutrients, making them challenging to grow indoors without considerable effort. 

There are some exceptions to this rule though, as there are a few varieties that do well even in low light conditions.

Let’s admit it. We all love a good horror movie or two, but some of us like them a bit too much. We have put together this list of 10 plants that will almost certainly kill you and everyone in your family if you put them in your house.

1. Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)

This plant is great because its leaves only trap bugs that get caught in its “jaws”. This means that it will catch the mice, and leave the good bugs alone.

2. Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis)

This is a beautiful sunny groundcover that has tiny flowers and leaves that will look pretty in any window box or flower bed. The best part about this plant is that it does best in poor soil, so you don’t have to worry about over-watering it.

3. Sundew (Drosera)

This plant looks like a small bush and has sticky leaves that will catch anything that crawls across them. This is best grown in boggy soil on an open window sill or in a greenhouse where it can get plenty of sunlight and ventilation.

4. Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia)

This plant has leaves that form a pitcher-like container and is best grown in a bog or greenhouse. The best part about this plant is that it can digest insects that fall into its “pitcher”.

5. Cobra Lily (Darlingtonia californica)

This plant resembles a snake, and only traps insects on its “tongue”, which is best grown in full sun. This plant prefers cooler temperatures at night, so best grown in a greenhouse or windowsill where it can get plenty of ventilation.

6. Indian Pipe (Monotropa uniflora)

This beautiful little flower is white and grows best in shaded areas. It doesn’t need any sunlight or fertilizer to grow, making it the perfect plant for anyone who doesn’t have a lot of time to take care of their plants.

7. Butterwort (Pinguicula)

This plant has sticky leaves that will trap insects and can be grown in either full sun or partial shade. It does best in moist soil, so it’s perfect for anyone who wants to grow it in a pot.

8. Trumpet Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia flava)

This plant has bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers and can be grown in partial sun or direct sun. It’s best grown in boggy soil, which can be found at the bottom of its container.

9. Sundew (Drosera)

This plant looks like a small bush and has sticky leaves that will catch anything that crawls across them. This is best grown in boggy soil on an open window sill or in a greenhouse where it can get plenty of sunlight and ventilation.

10. Fly Trap (Dionaea muscipula)

This plant is best known for its leaves that look like a pair of hungry jaws, which snap shut when something lands on them. It does best in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Conclusion:

There are a number of great plants that can be used to help with pest control, including the Venus flytrap, the Scarlet pimpernel, Sundew, Pitcher plant, Cobra Lily, Indian Pipe, Butterwort, Trumpet Pitcher Plant, and the Fly Trap. All of these plants do best when grown in full sun or partial shade.