Mold on Nepenthes sanguinea Pitchers: Harmless Nectar Mold

Grower noticed unusual growth on N. sanguinea pitchers in a terrarium, fed crickets monthly.

Identification

Mold on heavy nectar secretions – common in high humidity. Cosmetic only.

Volume 3 DVD covers treatment.

Carnivorous Plants: Identifying Common Nepenthes Hybrids: deRoose Varieties and Rebecca Soper; Nepenthes Not Pitchering on Balcony: Light, Location, and Acclimation; Identifying a Vigorous Nepenthes: Likely N. sanguinea Hybrid; Nepenthes rajah: Why It's Not for Beginners (or the Impatient); Identifying the "deRoose's Alata" Nepenthes Hybrid; White Mold on Nepenthes Soil: Repot or Treat?; Nepenthes Rotting Smell: Pitcher Decay vs. Root Rot from Standing Water; Identifying a Gubler's Orchids Nepenthes: Likely N. sanguinea; Supporting Leaning Nepenthes: Staking vs. Hanging; Choosing and Growing Nepenthes: Sanguinea, Miranda, and Alternatives

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