PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

The corms are rotting that I potted. Is there anyway to save these!!!! One is rooting out (barely). I was hoping to get these going to possibly share with some folks. Help me Obi Wan.

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

Well, the one with roots is a good sign, but it needs to get into soil. Cut away the rotten bits, plant them in a nice well draining media in about 3gal containers making sure to plant them a few inches below soil level, water lightly, keeping the soil moist and not allowing it to dry out and keep them warm, I like to put mine a lightly shaded spot outside. If they are going to make it, they should poke up in a few weeks, if you don't see any new growth though after about a month, still do not disturb them as they may still be working on growing roots. Good luck.

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

Gabe: Can I sprinkle some copper powder around where I cut out the rot to preventive further decay?

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

If you think it will help, sure. I've never used it though so I don't have any experience with it.

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

Buffy thats also what i do in a case like that, but i mix up liquid copper and do a quick soak, then when i plant them water it in with the copper mix.....

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

These are toast. Sad story. Someone else will have to be the source of this.

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

Buffy, don't pitch them yet. Can you send them to me and I will try to save them. If there is anything left of the meristem, perhaps we can bring them back from the dead via TC. PM me and we can make arrangements. No promises, but better than letting the trash man take them or throwing them into compost.

Re: PLEASE HELP: Save the only M. itinerans var. xishuangbannaensis in the states
 

Great idea Scot! I wish you luck in whatever you do!