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Post by bobtheglob on Nov 26, 2011 19:16:10 GMT
Is there any way to make your own distilled water at home? I can collect rainwater but I don't think that will be enough. You guys have any ideas?  |
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Post by Aidan on Nov 26, 2011 22:22:11 GMT
Is this question with reference to tissue culture?
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Post by bobtheglob on Nov 26, 2011 23:26:43 GMT
Sorry. I don't really know what tissue culture is but I saw it said experiences and techniques. I thought it was experiences and techniques for growing CPs. Should I repost this somewhere else? Sorry for my newbie-ness.
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Post by bouncingwatermelon on Nov 27, 2011 1:09:17 GMT
If you don't know tissue culture, its one of those things where plant are grown in test tubes and flasks on a gel medium. Many common questions can be answered on the internet, so invest some time. www.sarracenia.com/faq.html would be a good place to start. Check your local municipality's website for info on tap water. I believe it was the salt levels (molecules with names including "chloride") that is problematic in tap water, but if it is low enough (below something about 50~100 ppm), ordinary tap water will suffice for cultivation of CPs. With tissue culture, certain parameters need to be controlled, because the chemicals in the media need to be regulated to achieve the desired growth of the plant. |
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Post by nepenthes77 on Dec 1, 2011 22:38:27 GMT
There is no hardcore way to completely distill water in the average home. I can go to any local store (Walmart, Sam's Club, etc.) and simply pick up 2 gallons of distilled water for 20 cents total. What plants(s) do you cultivate? It would help the matter very much. Please provide us with some information so we can assist you properly.
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Post by bobtheglob on Dec 2, 2011 1:47:02 GMT
No plants yet but planning on getting sundews and VFTs if you read my introduction
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Post by paulbarden on Dec 2, 2011 23:56:51 GMT
Bob: first, find out how your municipal water supply tests. In my town, the city water tests at below 50ppm tds, making it suitable for most CPs. Another option is to buy distilled from a grocery. My local Co-op sells filtered water for thirty cents a gallon (bring your own jugs) If possible, collect rainwater. For six months of the year, sometimes eight, I can collect all I need for a fairly large collection.
So, back to the beginning: contact your municipality water management and ask about your water supply. You might just find its suitable.
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Post by jesser on Dec 3, 2011 21:59:44 GMT
Is there any way to make your own distilled water at home? I can collect rainwater but I don't think that will be enough. You guys have any ideas? You can operate a cheap "reverse osmosis filter system" at home if you have no access to good amounts of clean rain water. |
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Post by bobtheglob on Dec 6, 2011 0:11:30 GMT
Ive just found the information. The water sits at 45 ppm. Im guessing thats allright?
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Post by paulbarden on Dec 6, 2011 14:57:00 GMT
If your municipal H2O is rated at 45ppm TDS, you can use it on most any CPs. Since it does have SOME mineral content, you need to periodically flush a generous amount of water through the pots to clear any accumulation of salts. Most folks suggest once a month or so. One other thing: does the water contain any chlorine or fluoride? If that's a yes to chlorine, then you must let the water stand in an open container to allow chlorine to dissipate, a day or two should do the job. I don't recall whether fluoride works the same way, I don't think it does. I think if there is any significant amount of fluoride in the water, it will be unsuitable in the long run. But since the TDS (total dissolved salts) is so minimal, it isn't likely a concern.
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Post by jdallas on Dec 6, 2011 15:36:22 GMT
I would agree with Paul that 45ppm is pretty low, and your tap water is probably fine for most plants. One other option for filtration if you're concerned about Chlorine/Fluorine is a Zero Water filter. I started messing around with one of these last summer, and was very impressed. They use an ion-exchange filter and remove nearly everything from the water. They also come with a TDS meter as a bonus. You can check their website to see what stores in your area carry them.
Jeff
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Post by bobtheglob on Dec 7, 2011 1:12:22 GMT
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Post by jdallas on Dec 7, 2011 1:39:58 GMT
You're correct. Your water comes from some pretty pristine mountain areas, so it makes sense it's so soft.
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Post by bobtheglob on Dec 7, 2011 4:16:09 GMT
Whew thanks for confirming that! Haha I wasnt sleeping at night because I was wondering how I was going to water my plants!! So thanks again for taking the weight off my shoulders.  |
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Post by bouncingwatermelon on Dec 7, 2011 11:00:17 GMT
This 'flushing' process can be easily done by letting your plants outside during rainstorms, just make sure to protect it from wind.
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