r/SacredNightshades

Transplanting my Mandrake a little early this year because of a fungal attack.

I was surprised at how big the root was, as last year it wasn't even a tenth of the size it is now. Even more surprising—to me at least—was the little root segment (Image 3) which looks like it might grow into its own plant.

I've repotted the drakes with soil ratios heavily weighted towards scoria for drainage and to hopefully prevent fungal breeding grounds.

The scoria and coco coir were wet and the compost was dry'ish so I didn't think it necessary to water the big drake at all; the small root segment I only bottom watered briefly as we're in the midst of Winter down in Aus.

After transplanting, the larger mature leaves all drooped, but most of the younger leaves were firm and upright; this is what I'll use to gauge when it needs the next watering. The root was very firm, which was a reassuring bit of tactile feedback.

I've added some shots of the healthy vs. infected leaf segments at the end.

Moral of the story – Drainage, Drainage, Drainage.

This is growing in our acreage and I want to transplant it . How can I do it without killing it? Sorry if it's a stupid question I just want this to be a success.

This is a couple volunteers that grew out from under the straw. I'd say they are having a good time.

Wrightii Seedling doing weird things :). Planted some seeds from some plants that are growing in a special place to me, that was once a special place to the natives who lived there before. They grow fast! Beautiful plants, can’t wait to see them thrive outside here. Ornamental use only over here. Magical nonetheless.