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Red Spot on Nepenthes villosa Stem: Cosmetic, Not Pathological

A grower's N. villosa (from Sarracenia Northwest open house) has a dark red, slightly scraped spot on the stem. Plant otherwise perfect.

Assessment

Likely minor physical damage. No treatment needed unless pests appear. It will fade as the stem woodyfies. In a cool, misty setup, N. villosa should thrive.

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