Dionaea muscipula 'Reptile'

Dionaea muscipula 'Reptile' is a Venus flytrap cultivar selected and named by the German grower Kai Becker. At first glance, the plant has the appearance of a standard Venus flytrap, but closer inspection reveals the unusual feature that gives the cultivar its name. The defining characteristic of Dionaea muscipula 'Reptile' is the textured underside of its petioles. During the growing season, especially in summer, raised bumps, ridges, and small projections develop along the leaves, creating a surface that resembles reptile scales or the skin of a lizard. This mutation is most obvious on mature growth and becomes increasingly pronounced as the plant develops through the season. The traps remain fairly typical in size and shape, with bright green outer lobes and red interiors developing under strong sunlight. Long, slender cilia frame each trap, while the unusual leaf texture provides a contrast that is rarely seen in other Venus flytrap cultivars. The plant grows vigorously, producing plenty of new leaves that allow the scaled appearance to become more noticeable over time.