I received my Nepenthes yesterday, and these are my first ever (after much success with VFT's and sundews, I decided to foray into these more esoteric plants).
I have few questions with regards to getting them acquainted with their new environment.
First off, many of the pitchers were browning upon arrival, some partially, others completely, but should these be removed or can a partially browned pitcher be saved? Similarly, should brown leaves be removed?
Since they have been confined in a dark box for a couple of days, should I gradually introduce them back into the light, or should I immediately start a full blast 12 hour cycle?
I'll be buying a terrarium today, so hopefully they'll be more comfortable tonight. If anyone has any last minute tips, pointers, or warnings with regards to highland terrariums, please let me know!
The plants, FYI, are ventricosa, sanguinea, judith finn, and rafflesiana. Thanks in advance for your advice!
Leo
I have few questions with regards to getting them acquainted with their new environment.
First off, many of the pitchers were browning upon arrival, some partially, others completely, but should these be removed or can a partially browned pitcher be saved? Similarly, should brown leaves be removed?
Since they have been confined in a dark box for a couple of days, should I gradually introduce them back into the light, or should I immediately start a full blast 12 hour cycle?
I'll be buying a terrarium today, so hopefully they'll be more comfortable tonight. If anyone has any last minute tips, pointers, or warnings with regards to highland terrariums, please let me know!
The plants, FYI, are ventricosa, sanguinea, judith finn, and rafflesiana. Thanks in advance for your advice!
Leo