Date: Wed, 23 Apr 97 20:38 EDT From: dave evans <T442119@RUTADMIN.RUTGERS.EDU> To: cp@opus.hpl.hp.com Message-Id: <aabcdefg1628$foo@default> Subject: Re: growing VFT
> I recently rescued a 2 year old Venus Fly Trap from White Rose where
> it had obviously been mistreated. I purchased the non-dromant plant
> in January. The plant was producing new growth but the growth would
> always have a blackened end (where the trap was going to be). I
> immediately repotted the plant (the rhizome was not rotten but
> surprisingly healthy). I trimmed the petioles and placed the plant in
> a plastic baggie and put it in the fridge. I have now taken the plant
> out (2 weeks ago). It is still green and the bulb is still pearly
> white with some roots. But there is no new growth to be observed even
> though I have placed the plant in high humidity conditions with lots
> of natural and artificial light. Any suggestions anyone as to what
> could be the matter and how I can save the plant.
>
Hi Adwait,
Perhaps this plant is still a bit too cool? Warmer temps (above
75~F.) really get them growing fast! Also, you may have damaged
the growth point when transplanting (ect.) and now it is looking
for a new part to grow from... If it's still healthy then I suggest
you wait for it. Sometimes it can take quite awhile (more than a
month) for cuttings to show new growth.
Dave Evans
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