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Dionaea

Description:

Dionaea is a genus of carnivorous plants, commonly known as Venus flytraps. These plants have unique hinged leaves that snap shut when triggered by the presence of prey, such as insects. Dionaea plants are native to subtropical wetlands in North and South Carolina, United States.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A genus of carnivorous plants, specifically Venus flytraps.

2. A particular species of the genus Dionaea, Dionaea muscipula.

Sample sentences:

1. I bought a Dionaea plant to help control the mosquito population in my garden.

2. Dionaea muscipula is one of the most well-known species of carnivorous plants.

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