Nepenthes ventricosa Cuttings: Root Timeline & Bottom Heat

Dustin started 6 N. ventricosa cuttings Nov 1 (≥3 leaves, half leaf removed, angled cut, rooting hormone, sphagnum in bags, 6–8″ under fluorescents). Node growth visible, but one pulled had zero roots. How long? Speed up?

Typical Timeline

Expect roots in 1 month or less if nodes are active. Varies by species/conditions.

Speed Up

• Bottom heat: Heat mat to 80°F soil temp accelerates rooting.
• Even SNW's aero-rooter (misting) sees some species take 2+ months.

Patience + warmth.