does anyone know what could be going on with my nepenthes...
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4ft to light, direct
5β pot with drainage
Last watered 1 year ago
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@livslillies Hi Olivia, Nepenthes are susceptible to a mildew/mold and, on closer inspection of your first photo, it looks like this might be the issue. This has the potential to kill your Nepenthes so I would treat it for such issues by using either natural fungicides like neem oil or using diluted hydrogen peroxide (1 part to four parts distilled water). The aim is to Jill off any mold both on the plant and potentially in the substrate it is sitting in. But you may also consider whether it is best to repot it in fresh substrate to ensure all the mold etc is no longer an issue.
Unfortunately the potential of the plant recovering can depend on the extent of the damage. I did find this useful observation which may be relevant depending on where you live and the current temperature (eg if you are in fall/autumn):
βa fungal infection is possible. There is an opportunistic fungus that occurs at lower temperatures, or if the soil is too wet. Unfortunately, a fungicide will have only minimal effect if the growing conditions remain the same. The only cure is prevention by getting the daytime temperatures above 70Β°F (21Β°C) for 12 hours. The existing leaves are permanently damage, but new growth should appear normal after that.β
Hereβs some videos to help in appreciating the issue
https://youtu.be/6tJsmJXpP4k?si=P0kmdIClQq-aYY0u
Safe fungicides
https://youtu.be/gfVUrMaGjVs?si=EZ4lTvOw5DUWqiy
Unfortunately the potential of the plant recovering can depend on the extent of the damage. I did find this useful observation which may be relevant depending on where you live and the current temperature (eg if you are in fall/autumn):
βa fungal infection is possible. There is an opportunistic fungus that occurs at lower temperatures, or if the soil is too wet. Unfortunately, a fungicide will have only minimal effect if the growing conditions remain the same. The only cure is prevention by getting the daytime temperatures above 70Β°F (21Β°C) for 12 hours. The existing leaves are permanently damage, but new growth should appear normal after that.β
Hereβs some videos to help in appreciating the issue
https://youtu.be/6tJsmJXpP4k?si=P0kmdIClQq-aYY0u
Safe fungicides
https://youtu.be/gfVUrMaGjVs?si=EZ4lTvOw5DUWqiy
@livslillies Hi Olivia, it looks like your Nepenthes is heavily dehydrated or there is some infection it is suffering. Based on the leaves, they look like they are withering so I wonder if you are using low/no mineral water and how often are you watering it? The watering may be depend upon how much light it is getting as these plants require a good amount of light and also prefer high humidity conditions. It may be necessary to check the roots to ensure there are no issues there. I assume by 3-6 hours of light per day, you donβt mean this is all and the only light that it gets as they generally need more than this amount of light. A way to check the light levels is with a light meter app. Can you also confirm what substances you are using when you say βcarnivorous plant mixβ, does it include eg perlite or is it just pure sphagnum moss ?
I may need some more details of the conditions you are keeping it under however here is a video which may offer some ideas
https://youtu.be/CJQn9YjCzMg?si=-A8Z0ZF1hzyPPFcP
https://youtu.be/-JBDCZaJx94?si=pZV6bc-laeXi8umn
https://youtu.be/-JBDCZaJx94?si=EDh5vhu3z6XRzNbN
I may need some more details of the conditions you are keeping it under however here is a video which may offer some ideas
https://youtu.be/CJQn9YjCzMg?si=-A8Z0ZF1hzyPPFcP
https://youtu.be/-JBDCZaJx94?si=pZV6bc-laeXi8umn
https://youtu.be/-JBDCZaJx94?si=EDh5vhu3z6XRzNbN
@Seymour hello I am watering with purely distilled water and I have a mix of Pete Moss, perlite, and LFS ! I also try to mist to increase humidity. I peaked at the roots a little bit yesterday and they the little bit I saw looked white and healthy. but I didnβt completely removed the plant from the pot to look at all of them and this morning i looked and thought i saw some mold and one of the whole stems bent. i can show a picture when i get home. οΏΌ
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However if the group #cpclubthursday is added to a post, there are a number of good experts who can offer some good answers to any CP questions as Iβm also on a different timezone.
Peace out βοΈ groovy π ποΈ
@livslillies Hi Olivia, if you manage to treat the problem then the leaves can stay but remove any parts that are basically overwhelmed by the mold. If they are black then it suggests there is no more photosynthesis that is going on. Just ensure there are as many green leaves as you can leave on as these are the energy powerhouses the plant needs to recover and grow/rejuvenate.
@TheConservator Yes, sphagnum moss is prone to mold. Often due to the moss being too damp combined with not enough airflow. Often the mood is harmless and it can be treated but it is often better to alter the conditions so itβs not an issue eg increase airflow and allowing the sphagnum moss to not be so wet. Hope this helps