Cultivation methods and precautions of pitcher plants

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Pitcher plants prefer a warmer environment. The normal growth temperature is between 20 and 32 degrees. It should not be too cold in winter, and the minimum temperature should be kept above 5 degrees, otherwise it will easily get frostbite. Of course, the temperature should not be too high in summer, and it should be cooled down when necessary.

2. Watering: The potting soil needs to be kept moist, not too dry, and the air humidity must also meet the standard. In summer, you can use rainwater for irrigation in moderation, which will make the growth rate faster. In winter, you don't need to water too much, and when watering, do not water into the bottle to prevent rot.

3. Light: Fluctuating light can cause death. If the light is not sufficient, its color will turn green. Shade is needed in summer and light can be reduced appropriately in winter. However, warm light needs to be maintained during the spring growth period and in winter.

4. Fertilization: Nitrogen fertilizer can be applied during the growth period to increase the growth rate. It is sufficient to apply it about once every half a month. At the same time, in order to achieve nutritional balance, it is also necessary to combine it with phosphorus and potassium fertilizers.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Cuttings and divisions are two important methods. For cuttings, you can cut disease-free leaves and directly insert them into the flowerpots, keeping the soil moist and waiting for germination. If you divide it, some small plants will grow around it, which you can pick off and replant.

2. Pruning: Pitcher plants can suffer from root rot, which will seriously affect their growth, so they need to be pruned in time to effectively prevent infection to other healthy branches and leaves.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Root rot is caused by excessive watering. Because it has a well-developed root system but poor air permeability, wettable powder is needed to control it.

2. Pests: Red spider mites will appear inside its bottle and can be eliminated by diluting insecticide.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: It is not poisonous. Although its appearance is relatively prominent among all potted plants, it can be cultivated.

2. Can it be kept at home? Of course you can, but be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight, and don’t place it directly on the balcony in summer.