Orchid diseases

Phalaenopsis and other orchids respond quickly to any problems in their environment. Pimples are one of the signs of trouble. The first step in treating dark spots on orchid leaves is diagnosing the problem. Some phalaenopsis have naturally speckled leaves, so it can be a natural coloring. However, staining the leaves can also signify a bacterial or fungal disease. Bacterial leaf spot is quite common among orchids and can be aggressive and dangerous to phalaenopsis.

MonstroFarm on Instagram: "Orchid Rescue. This orchid was stuck in this combo pot and now has a second chance. Here are some tips on how you can perform your own rescue. 🪨Use a mix that has bark and perlite to provide adequate drainage. Add some Sphagnum moss to give you a little water holding capacity. 🪴Remove them from the planter, clean the roots and center it in a pot that’s slightly larger than the root ball. 💦 Water your orchid by soaking it in a bowl when the sphagnum moss dries o

Stem rot most often afflicts Phalaenopsis and Vanda orchids and can be deadly if left untreated. Learn to identify, treat and prevent stem rot, or collar rot, in your orchid. #Orchid #OrchidCare #Phalaenopsis #StemRot

Orchids are a unique type of tropical flowering plant that have beautiful leaves which help retain water and absorb sunlight to nourish the plant. Cleaning your orchid's leaves is an essential part of caring for your orchid. Wipe off the...

This is the 7th of a 10 part series of articles about orchids. These articles are written by Steven Frowine, who collaborated with National Gardening Association and Wiley & Sons to produce the hig...

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Beginner tips on what to do with a sick orchid.

Root rot is one of the most common orchid diseases. Don't let this kill your beautiful flowers ever again by employing this simple method to save an orchid from root rot. Before starting it is...

Both over-watering and under-watering can cause damage to your orchid and eventually kill it. Read our guide and you'll learn how to water like a pro!