Cephalotus Transition to Puerto Rico Climate

Gabriel in Puerto Rico received a Cephalotus (Albany pitcher plant) that initially looked great but then small pitchers dried out. Only one original pitcher stayed green; two new ones are forming. He gave 3 hours of morning sun, now moved to shade fearing sun damage.

Expert Advice: Normal Transition, Adjust Care

Jeff Dallas explains this is a major transition from the Pacific Northwest to warm, humid Puerto Rico. The behavior is normal. Fuzzy new pitchers in the center are a good sign.

Care Adjustments

• Continue partial sun (not full shade—shade increases powdery mildew risk).
• Top-water daily; don't let sit in water (prone to root rot).
• Don't let dry out completely.
• Older pitcher loss is normal.
• Cephalotus grows slowly even in nature.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com
Habitat photos: Christian's habitat photos