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During the Chinese New Year, every household will place several pots of Phalaenopsis orchids. The flowers look like dancing butterflies, which immediately enhances the style of the home. At the same time, they come in a wide variety of colors, being festive and beautiful, and almost no one can resist them. However, when cultivating Phalaenopsis orchids, the problem of root rot often occurs, which troubles many flower enthusiasts. Because once the roots rot, the flowers will not grow well, and in severe cases, the entire plant will wither and die.
Generally speaking, the root rot of Phalaenopsis orchids is often due to flower enthusiasts paying too much attention to them. The most common problem is watering too frequently. The reason for this may be that too many people want to see the flowers in full bloom as soon as possible, so they water the flowers more, thinking that it will make the plants grow faster. But for Phalaenopsis orchids, this is actually a kind of suffering.
If you water it frequently in daily life, the medium of the Phalaenopsis orchid will always be in a wet environment. Over time, bacteria will appear. If the situation is not improved, the roots will gradually start to rot, and the situation will get worse and worse.
So, how can we tell if the Phalaenopsis orchid has root rot? We can observe from the following aspects. First, look at the flowers. If you find that several flower heads wither one after another recently, and the flower buds also start to wilt and wither, this is likely a signal that there is a problem with the roots. Second, look at the roots. When the root rot just starts, the roots will become soft, then gradually start to rot, and later the color will turn black. Once you find any signs of something wrong, don't delay. You must find a way to deal with it immediately, otherwise the situation will get worse and the Phalaenopsis orchid will be in danger.
If you find that the Phalaenopsis orchid has root rot, don't be afraid. First, find a sharp pair of scissors and disinfect them with alcohol or potassium permanganate solution. Cut off all the rotten parts of the roots. Don't feel reluctant. Cut off any part that is even slightly rotten, otherwise the remaining rotten roots will affect the other healthy roots.
Then, when pruning, make sure the scissors are clean and sharp. Disinfect them again after each cut to prevent the Phalaenopsis orchid from suffering secondary damage. Finally, after dealing with the root rot, replace the old soil with new soil. Don't use the old soil again, otherwise the root rot will recur. It is recommended to choose bark and sphagnum moss as the new soil. The bark has good air permeability, allowing the roots to breathe freely, and the sphagnum moss has strong water retention ability, providing the roots with the appropriate humidity. Replant the Phalaenopsis orchid in the new soil, water it thoroughly, and place it in a cool and ventilated place. After that, you can carry out normal maintenance.