Controlling Snails in Nepenthes: Transplant and Bait Strategies

A N. maxima in Puerto Rico had snails (seen after heavy watering), suspected of root damage causing systematic leaf/pitcher browning.

Action Plan

Transplant to physically remove snails and eggs.
Bait around pots (not in soil): Metaldehyde (Deadline) or Iron phosphate (Sluggo).
Elevate pots off the ground.

Soil-applied baits are unsafe for carnivorous plants.

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