Question

Wilting Leaves   Hi,

I have a Nepenthes Sanguinea which I think is about 3-4 years old. Over the past couple of years it has grown very well - pretty muched tripled in size. It has pitchered nicely and captured insects outdoors during the summer (I am in England). It now has two plantlets growing from the base which I have taken to be a good sign.

A few days ago, the plant was fine. I noticed the soil was virtually dry and the leaves were starting to soften (wilt) a little so I gave the plant a good drink. The plant has been in this situation before (starting to dry) but within 24 hours or the leaves have firmed up and the plant looked fine again.
What could be causing this wilitng appearance?

Other care factors-
I water with rain water and try to keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. I grow the plant in a west facing room (actually a loft conversion) with three large windows which receive lots of sun. When the sun is shining into the room, it turns very greenhouse like this time of year and temperatures rise to nearly 30 centigrade (86F)sometimes - hence why the soil can dry out quite rapidly. Nightime temperatures over the past few days have been around 20 centigrade (68F). Usually they are around 17 centigrade (62F), which I know is better for highlanders. Humidity is pretty constant at around 60%, but can vary between around 40% (when the room gets hot) and 75%. On a side note I am aware the plant needs re-potting and I plan to do this on the next available occasion.

Apologies for the long question!
Many thanks, Chris.

Answer
Overall, your plant looks OK.  It may not seem as perky to you, in part because you see it daily.  But from my perspective, it looks well hydrated.  If it doesn't appear that way to you, it could be that the recent bout of dehydration was just a bit more severe than the previous time.  With severe dehydration, you will have some internal tissue damage.  Unfortunately, any damage to the tissue or plant cells is permanent.  If this is the case, then the current leaves will always have that slight wilty appearance.  

As for repotting, a larger pot will retain more moisture, so you should repot your plant soon since the weather is only going to get warmer.  For soil mixes, read our care sheet online.
http://www.cobraplant.com/caresheets

Good growing!
Jacob Farin