Monnierara millenium magic witchcraft -- growth cycle?

[isurus79]

Originally Posted by MJG

So, do you have to treat these for spider mites all through their dormancy period? Or do the spider mites just go after the leaves?

Those little jerks will go after all parts of the plant! Then they make quick work of the new leaves the next spring.

Originally Posted by estación seca

I don't know whether isurus79 has grown them in the US midwest. Would be interesting to get his take on this.

I haven't grown these guys in the midwest, only Hawaii and Texas. However, this time of year should be ideal for Catasetinae across the whole country!

Originally Posted by MJG

Fyi, we are living in the jungle here this week!!! It's 93 degrees outside with a 71% dewpoint. At night it's been dropping into the 70's.

Now that is Catasetum growing weather! Those conditions sound perfect.