Nepenthes distillatoria Struggling After Arrival: True Lowlander Needs Heat and Humidity

Stefani received N. distillatoria 10 days ago (with hybrid). Hybrid recovering, 2nd pitcher forming. distillatoria: wilting leaves browning, no new growth, "dejected." Soil moist not wet, under 40W light. Both in original pots/soil, listed as lowland.

True Lowlander: Warmth and Humidity Critical

N. distillatoria (Sri Lanka) needs warm temps, high humidity—lives up to the stereotype. Keep >70°F always. Benefits from greenhouse/enclosure. In Houston, partly shady outdoors may beat air-conditioned indoors. Hot humid summer = perfect.

Light fertilizer helps, but warmth is key.

Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com