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Twisted, Shrinking Leaves on Nepenthes mikei and sanguinea

A month after receiving N. mikei and N. sanguinea (Red), both produce twisted, progressively smaller leaves. Mikei in 1/3 coconut husk, 1/3 sphagnum, 1/3 perlite; sanguinea in 1/2 sphagnum, 1/2 perlite. Both under 2×40W cool white fluorescents (12 hrs, 6 inches), good drainage, no water trays.

Immediate Step

Apply weak orchid fertilizer (¼ tsp/gal powder) as foliar spray weekly. Maintain watering. Photos needed – twisted leaves are unusual with good conditions. Bring to Portland Saturday Market for in-person diagnosis.

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