Nepenthes hamata

Hi Nepenthes people,

yesterday I recieved a Nepenthes hamata which was pottet in a very peaty mix.
I was wondering about this.

After having experienced what the wrong substrat can cause (my N. aristolochioides started almost imidiatly growing again after potting it in pure sphagnum) I highly appreciate any tips for this species, escpecially from people who are growing this amazing spezies.

Which substrat should I use ?
Are there any "special tips" for Nepenthes hamata ?

Thanks a lot
Martin

Hi Martin

I haven't noticed any difference in potting mixxes with hamata.  I have some growing in pure sphagnum others in a mix of small coconut husk chips blended with chopped sphagnum and screened perlite.  I have had young ones potted in peat blends also.  I think which ever you use they like a mix that holds alot of moisture but has good drainage also.
Tony




(Edited by RamPuppy at 5:16 pm on Oct. 20, 2001)

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