Venus Flytrap Color Loss and Dormancy in Puerto Rico

Gabriel in Puerto Rico reported his Venus flytrap lost red coloration (5 hours sun), with baby traps blackening and leaves yellowing. He asked about dormancy timing, fridge method, duration, and whether to separate basal offshoots. Also asked about repotting a Drosera intermedia.

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The responder (not Jeff) emphasized: Venus flytraps need full, all-day outdoor sun. 5 hours is insufficient—color loss and weakening result. Leave basal offshoots alone (natural). For tropical dormancy: gradually reduce photoperiod by 1 hour/week until <8 hours, then provide cold (ice chest with packs, Oct–Nov to Feb). Fridge method not recommended (no light, dries out). D. intermedia rarely needs a larger pot—repot annually based on size/division.

Main priority: full direct sun immediately.