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Nepenthes tentaculata Color & Drosophyllum Humidity

Derick's N. tentaculata 'Sulawesi Spotted' shows red on older leaves; others green. Conditions: greenhouse, indirect sun, 1:1:1 LFS/perlite/bark, RO water, MaxSea fertilizer biweekly, 60-80% humidity, good airflow. Also asks about Neem oil/sulfur fungicide on germinating Drosophyllum (dewy pine) seeds.

Expert Answers

Nepenthes: Red coloration is normal for this clone; leaf burn shows dead spots. Greenhouse covering prevents excess light. Other tentaculata forms differ.

Drosophyllum: Never used fungicides on them. They need drier conditions—why fungal issues? Ideal humidity ~50%. Keep consistently damp when young, then slightly drier. Water by top-watering, leave tiny tray water; refill when pots dry slightly outside.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
www.cobraplant.com

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