A great way to help dried orchids. Give them 1 tablespoon of this fertilizer and they will sprout new shoots in no time!
In this article, we will show you how to help rotting orchids recover and bloom quickly.
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Healthy and plump little orchids can grow from a “rotten stump” if they are properly cared for.
Learn this procedure and your orchids will be saved.
Identifying and causing orchid rot
If your orchid is suffering from rot, the cause is often fungi and bacteria that cause leaf rot.
If rot is not treated quickly, it can spread and lead to the death of the orchid.
If the plant’s roots are still green, it is a good sign and the plant has a chance of faster regeneration.
Orchid restoration procedure
1. Removing old substrate and damaged roots:
Remove old bark material from the plant.
Carefully cut off any damaged roots.
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Thoroughly clean the roots from substrate residues under running water.
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Carefully inspect the roots and remove any soft, brown, or rotten parts.
Healthy roots are firm and light green in color.
Disinfect the tools used to clean the roots to prevent the spread of infection.
2. Preparation and use of rice and garlic water:
Use 3 tablespoons of rice, which is rich in polyphenols, calcium, magnesium, and vitamins.
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Add 500 ml of water and wait 30 minutes.
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Add 4 cloves of finely crushed garlic, which has excellent antibacterial and disinfectant properties.
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Mix the rice juice with the garlic and strain the mixture.
Soak all the orchid roots in this water for 30 minutes.
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This step stimulates rapid growth of roots and shoots.
3. Moving to a new environment:
Use pots made from recycled plastic with drainage holes.
Plant the plant in a new medium with modified pine bark, which helps maintain optimal humidity.
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Place a saucer under the pot to keep it moist every day.
Every three days, spray the base of the plant with a fine mist to keep it moist enough to promote shoot growth.
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4. Results after 45 days
After 45 days, the orchid should produce new shoots and roots.
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These new shoots and roots will be strong and healthy.
At this point, you should alternately feed the plants with natural organic fertilizers such as banana, aloe vera, and soybeans to provide more nutrients for healthy growth.
More tips:
Humidity: Orchids thrive in a humid environment. You can increase humidity by using a humidifier or by placing the pot on a tray filled with water and pebbles.
Fertilization: During regeneration, the orchid should be fertilized very rarely or not at all with commercially available fertilizers.
Diseases and pests: Check your orchid regularly for signs of disease or pests.
Good luck!
