submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by to c/greenspace@beehaw.org
 

My Orchid struggled in the winter cold, and I'm a little worried about its recovery - I'm not sure why there are roots growing away from the soil (I understand the 'silvering' is a bad sign, although it's only on the ones growing upwards). Does anyone have any advice about keeping the plant happy and healthy? Appreciate any tips people may have!

EDIT: Thanks everyone for helping me identify that the roots were rotting from over-watering. It turns out I hadn't just over-watered it the once, it's been steadily drowning over a long period... I've removed the water it was swimming in and given it a fresh (and much smaller) amount to keep it going. I'll have to keep a better eye on how much I'm watering this thing - thanks to you all for helping this novice save the plant (that he could have easily killed... ๐Ÿ˜ฌ)!

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[โ€“] [S] 3 points 6 months ago (1 child)

Ice cubes? interesting - I would have thought that could shock the plant, thanks for the tip!

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  • [โ€“] 5 points 6 months ago (1 child)

    Orchids are tropical plants, please do not use ice cubes or even cold water. A thorough, lukewarm soak whenever the roots turn silver will do the trick. The plant should never sit in water for extended periods of time.

    You should also cut off any blackened / mushy roots as those are already rotted and the rot may spread if it's left as is.

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