Nepenthes Cuttings: Patience When Roots Lag Behind Pitcher Formation

After 2 months in a propagation chamber (4 T12 bulbs, 6 inches above perlite, 16-hour light, 80-90°F), Nepenthes cuttings show new growth and tiny pitchers but no roots. Jeff Dallas explains roots often appear simultaneously with pitcher formation. Keep perlite damp, minimize disturbance (limit chamber opening), and maintain ~80°F with bottom heat if possible. The cuttings are close to rooting.

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
https://www.cobraplant.com