Re: heliamphora experiences

Davin George (biopcs@central.co.nz)
Mon, 8 Apr 1996 08:48:37 +1200 (NZST)

Figured I'd get in a quick comment.

I'm growing only 3 species so far (heterodoxa, minor and nutans) with my
minor being the healthiest plant I have with 2.5" mature pitchers but
without too much of a root system at all. I checked on this yesterday
while repotting. My plants are all growing inside a fishtank with an
average humidity of 70% in their own individual pots sitting on a tray
about 2" above the water table (approx 2" deep). The temperature varies
between 8c and 20c. In this I also have various Nepethes which all seem
to be doing find. The lighting is presently inadequate however this will
be rectified within the week. The light is on for 18 hours per day and
the pitcher colouring is generally a light hue however some of the Neps
have developed gorgeously bright maroon pitchers under this.

I hope to see a few more people out there who wish to save these most
beautiful plants. Happy growing

Davin