Cephalotus Root Rot in Milk Jug Terrarium: Emergency Repotting

A grower's 3-week-old Cephalotus in milk jug terrarium has sulfurous soil odor. Flushing helped temporarily. Asks about bacterial problem and long-term damage.

Root Cause: Poor Drainage

• Milk jug = no drainage
• Sulfur smell = anaerobic peat breakdown
• Waterlogged = fatal for Cephalotus

Emergency Fix

1. 5" terracotta pot (rare CP that prefers clay)
2. Sarracenia Northwest Cephalotus soil mix
3. Saucer with ≤½" water
4. Small clear cup for humidity, harden off gradually
5. Top water frequently — flushes impurities
6. 70-80°F temps

Prognosis

Jug does more harm than good. Larger pot + drainage + top watering = recovery path.