Re: Another Sick VFT
Rand Nicholson (writserv@mi.net)
Tue, 25 Jun 1996 17:40:38 -0400
>I have one VFT that is in a tank, and about 1/2 direct sun during the day. I
>have been finding leaves that are bending and traps that are becoming
>deformed. Could this problem be caused by some very small mite? If so how to
>I get rid of them? This was at one time a very nice plant, I would love to
>see it go back into shape. Thanks for any help.
>
Could be. Also, aphids are commom to this condition and they lurk way down
near the growing points.
If you have it potted in a non-acidic or heavy mix, repot the thing into a
mix you can find on the CP FAQ. If you see bugs, treat.
Put the plant outside before you do anything else and _water_ it. I suspect
it could need just a little less pampering than provided in a tank. Just a
guess.
HTH,
Rand