Nepenthes cuttings.

[Richard Hole]

Hello

Based on your and other people’s advice, I updated the diagram I did in the attachment. Also, what I described as the ridge before is actually called the wing. Does the diagram look correct?

I plan to make the cut along the dark brown line. Some growers suggested using Clonex rooting hormone gel. Do you think that would significantly help increase the strike rate and root growth rate and mean that the cutting would be ready for sale quicker?
Does anyone know if honey would work as well for Nepenthes?

One concern with Clonex is that the label does state "harmful . . . if absorbed through the skin" However, I am not sure if it could be a problem if some is on your skin which could happen when you are painting it on or pressing the cuttings down into the pot. Have you had any problems with this and do you wear gloves?


Your help is appreciated,
Regards Richard.