Carnivorous Plants for Kids

Venus flytraps are a classic STEM gift — kids get to watch a plant actually catch and eat bugs, and these two nursery-grown cultivars are easy enough for a first-time young grower to keep alive.

Are these safe for kids to handle?

Yes. Venus flytraps aren't toxic, and the traps close gently — there's no real risk from touching one, though we recommend letting the plant close its own traps rather than triggering them by hand too often, since each trap can only close a handful of times before it stops working.

How much care do they need?

Bright light, distilled or rain water, and no regular potting soil or fertilizer — that's the short version. A full care guide ships with every plant.