I've been noticing over the past few weeks that since I have done a minor transplant on my N. Ventrata, that weird things have been occurring. For one, the very new leaf that was developing, when it opened, it showed a deformed blackened stub where the new stem/leaf would be developing. There is also a gelatinous white substance that is forming on some of the leaves, along with random brown spots in the middle of the leaves. My research has been pointing to either thrips, a fungus, or my worst fear, Stem rot. Along with the abnormalities in the vine, the new pitchers are highly mishaped and deformed (still functional as they have digestive fluids). I think that was just a result of the minor shock during the transplant, but it could possibly be related to whatever is ailing the the vine. Any ideas to what could be ailing my Nepenthes? I'll report and send any other phenomena if they occur. Cheers.
Repotting Details (if they help any):
The Ventrata had issues with the original pot being small and thus causing the plant to need to be watered more frequently. Also the plant was growing too big for the pot. I decided that a temporary transplant by leaving the old medium (it was fine, it just needed to retain more moisture and water) and surround it with a 1:1 Long Fibered Spaghnum and Perlite mix. I know this may trigger a few expert growers, but I used Mosser Lee as it was the only LFS I have in my area. When I do the transplant where all the medium is removed, I will be switching to a 1:1 Besgrow New Zealand LFS and Perlite mix. Knowing the minor transplant details, in my mind at least, might help in determining what is ailing the Ventrata.
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Repotting Details (if they help any):
The Ventrata had issues with the original pot being small and thus causing the plant to need to be watered more frequently. Also the plant was growing too big for the pot. I decided that a temporary transplant by leaving the old medium (it was fine, it just needed to retain more moisture and water) and surround it with a 1:1 Long Fibered Spaghnum and Perlite mix. I know this may trigger a few expert growers, but I used Mosser Lee as it was the only LFS I have in my area. When I do the transplant where all the medium is removed, I will be switching to a 1:1 Besgrow New Zealand LFS and Perlite mix. Knowing the minor transplant details, in my mind at least, might help in determining what is ailing the Ventrata.
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