Cyrtosperma

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 I have found that growing Cytrosperma can be quit different than other 
aroids. The best results I have seen are using the following techniques. 
Julius has recommended rocks in the bottom of the pots which does help 
prevent the breakdown of the soil.  I use a mix of sand and long fiber 
moss. It holds water and air and does not break down fast. I have found 
that in all situations were these plants were grown best they are 
basically hydroponics systems of some form. Enid used water holding 
containers with a air stone.  Any aquatic system were the water is not 
allowed to stagnate seems to work well. Flowing hydroponics systems seem 
to work best from what I have seen.  In a few greenhouses the simple 
tray under the pot that holds a inch of water works well if not allowed 
to dry out and water changes  are frequent. Adding a aquarium heater to 
any of these systems can keep the plants from dying during cooler temps 
by heating the water up to 70f or more. You may get some leaf burn but 
the plants roots and tubes will be protected. I find that when rot 
occurs it is almost always from the cold water.
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