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Dionaea muscipula J. Ellis[Gray\'s Manual, HC2]
Venus fly trap

Publication: The St James's Chronicle; or the British Evening Post No. 1172: [p. 4]. 1768.

Origin: Introduced

Herbarium search: CPNWH

Notes: intentionally planted in various locations over the years by carnivorous plant enthusiasts.

Last updated 1/22/2024 by David Giblin.


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