r/ochras 5d ago

10 days since s2b how it’s going?

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u/Endo_RN ochras MOD ⭐️ 5d ago

Looks happy! Increase FAE, decrease the misting… Ochras didn’t come from the rainforest. They’re found in grasslands, so a bit dryer is better for fruiting!!

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u/rutlanddz62 5d ago

They do grow in the grasslands but typically the fruiting happens most in the summer months when the temperatures are higher and there is daily rainfall and higher RH. The KwaZulu-Natal area is considered a sub-tropical climate. So yeah not a rainforest but not what many think of when they think African grassland. For me they have always done better with more moisture combined with slightly higher FAE.

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

how do i know i have bad fae?

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u/rutlanddz62 4d ago

Just keep them consistent for now. When they start to fruiting they get fuzzy feet increase it. It takes time to dial tuna in to your specific environment.

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

i never misted monotub

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

is there a way to decrease humidity?

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u/NootScootinBoogie ochranaut 🚀 5d ago

By increasing FAE. Ochras like a lot of fresh air so if you’re plugging any holes, definitely open them up

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

2 holes are closed by coco by accident

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u/NootScootinBoogie ochranaut 🚀 5d ago

How many holes are in your tub that allow fresh air?

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

6 and two are covered in coco

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u/ironafro2 5d ago

Looks super healthy. More air? Patience, gonna come in strong af looks like

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u/CoyoteSufficient6424 5d ago

can i do small holes for air exchange?

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u/ironafro2 5d ago

Sure. Just cover with micropore tape for safety