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- Pull Nepenthes (pot plants) from seeds
- Where do you get fresh seeds from?
- How is Nepenthes seed sown?
- Pique after running
- Tips
Only the male flowers of Nepenthes produce seeds
Pull Nepenthes (pot plants) from seeds
To multiply Nepenthes (pot plants) from seeds is very expensive and not recommended for inexperienced gardeners. Not only is it difficult to obtain germinable fresh seeds. Sowing itself also presents the breeder with many challenges. Tips for multiplying Nepenthes from seeds.
Where do you get fresh seeds from?
A big problem is getting fresh seeds for Nepenthes. The plant produces both female and male flowers. The male flowers are characterized by an unpleasant odor that attracts insects. From the flowers develop trifoliate seed capsules, in which grow up to 500 very fine seeds.
If the pitcher plant is grown in the apartment, the flowers that bloom from March to September, have to be fertilized themselves. Highland pitcher plants can stand outside in summer to be fertilized by bees, beetles and other insects. For lowland varieties, this is not advisable.
Nepenthes seeds can also be purchased from specialist retailers. However, only fresh seeds germinate, so that seed multiplication often fails due to the seed's age.
How is Nepenthes seed sown?
Every hobby breeder has his own preferences here. The basis can be various materials:
The seeds are spread as thinly as possible and not covered with substrate.
In order to keep the humidity constant, it makes sense to cover the seed containers with transparent plastic foil. The foil must be aired from time to time so that the seeds do not mold.
Pique after running
Months may pass before the seeds are sprouted. It is important that they never completely dry out and stay warm.
As soon as the first seedlings show up, you should poke them and leave only the strongest ones. Do not wait too long to plant, especially if you have seeded on pulp.
The roots of Nepenthes seedlings are very tender. When removed from the growth substrate they break off easily. Therefore, put in carnivorous soil, as long as the roots can easily be removed from the culture container.
Tips
Nepenthes is one of the endangered species almost everywhere in the world and is protected. When buying plants or seeds abroad, be sure to order only cultured seeds or crops. Otherwise you can become liable to prosecution.