Nepenthes ventricosa with Black Roots After Repot: Normal Color, Just Needs Time

N. ventricosa
Nepenthes ventricosa

Black Roots = Normal

Healthy Nepenthes roots are naturally dark brown to black. This is not rot. The plant is in transplant shock — recovery takes weeks.

Disturbing it again will reset the clock. Let it rebuild its root system in peace.

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