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Cholla wood?

Discussion in 'Orchid Culture' started by annabanana1987, Apr 21, 2014.

  1. Apr 21, 2014 #1
    annabanana1987

    annabanana1987 Active Member

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    So, this seems to be an attractive way to mount an orchid. uploadfromtaptalk1398131034220.jpg I found this on ebay. I haven't yet decided if im ganna buy it. Mainly because if I have to un mount an orchid the holes would make for an un-mounting nightmare! But pro's or cons ? Has anyone chosen this if so what are your experience with it?

    Thanks for any feed back♥♡♡
     
  2. Apr 21, 2014 #2
    lepetitmartien

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    I have absolutely no idea how this wood reacts to humidity…
     
  3. Apr 22, 2014 #3
    Ray

    Ray Orchid Iconoclast Supporting Member

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    Cholla has been a popular mounting substrate for years.

    Anna - when I mount things, I never intend to "unmount" them again. As the plant outgrows the mount, and goes off of it, those are the growths that are removed (before they can attach themselves) and mounted or potted independently.
     
  4. Apr 22, 2014 #4
    ZWUM

    ZWUM Bulbophiliac Staff Member

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    This works ok but over time it becomes brittle. I believe cork or tree fern are better substrates for mounting. They last long and are easy to obtain. You can also cut them into any size you'd like. The cholla dries our rapidly and your limited on size since if you cut it too small it breaks apart.
     
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