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Poorly orchid

Discussion in 'Issues, Disease and Pests' started by thoatswold, Apr 28, 2023.

  1. Apr 28, 2023 #1
    thoatswold

    thoatswold New Member

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    One of my orchids seems to be poorly. As you can see from the attached photos, the leaves are droopy and most of the leaves have prominent ribs (or perhaps the flesh between the ribs is thin). I have two other orchids of the same species, but they are fine. All of them are on (separate) windowsills.

    My knowledge of orchids is very basic and I have no idea what the problem might be – under- or over-watering? disease? pests? I'd be very grateful for any advice.

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  2. Apr 28, 2023 #2
    Ray

    Ray Orchid Iconoclast Supporting Member

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    It appears to be somewhat dehydrated, which can be a result of underwatering or a bad root system that is unable to take up sufficient water.

    Ha the plant ever been repotted? If it has been in that same potting medium more than 18-24 months, I'd guess the root system has been degraded.
     
  3. Apr 29, 2023 #3
    thoatswold

    thoatswold New Member

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    Aha – no, it hasn't been repotted for ages. Presumably I should repot it, taking care not to damage the root system further?