Venus fly traps, also known as Dionaea muscipula, are a unique and fascinating type of carnivorous plant that are native to the wetlands of the southeastern United States. They are most commonly found in the states of North Carolina and South Carolina, specifically in the coastal plain region.The Venus fly trap is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that typically grows to be around 5-15 centimeters tall. It has small, green leaves that are modified into traps which are used to capture and digest insects and other small invertebrates. The traps are lined with sensitive trigger hairs that detect movement, when an insect or other small creature touches the trigger hairs, the trap snaps shut, trapping the prey.The Venus fly trap thrives in nutrient-poor soils, such as those found in bogs, swamps, and wetlands. It is typically found in open, sunny areas, such as the edges of wetlands, ditches, and in the scrubby pine-oak woodlands. The Venus fly trap prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 6.5.The Venus fly trap is considered to be a threatened species in the wild, primarily due to habitat loss and overcollection. The plant is protected by state and federal laws in the United States, and it is illegal to remove Venus fly traps from the wild without a permit.Cultivation of Venus fly trap is possible, they can be grown in moist, nutrient-poor soils, with a pH of 5 to 6. They can be grown in a terrarium or in a greenhouse, but they should be kept in an environment that mimics their natural habitat, with high humidity and bright but indirect light.In conclusion, Venus fly traps are native to the wetlands of the southeastern United States and are primarily found in the states of North Carolina and South Carolina. They are a unique and fascinating type of carnivorous plant that thrive in nutrient-poor soils, such as those found in bogs, swamps, and wetlands. However, the Venus fly trap is considered to be a threatened species in the wild and it is illegal to remove them from the wild without a permit. Cultivating them is possible with the right environment and care.