When we buy or are given an orchid as a gift, it is always beautiful in bloom. However, even if it is a plant capable of adapting well without requiring excessive care, if neglected, it will deteriorate quickly.
In a previous article, we covered the main mistakes that can quickly kill an orchid (see who).
Sometimes, our orchid appears sick or dying, today we will explain to the reader what to do when the plant seems almost dead.
It must be emphasized that sometimes it is possible to save her while at other times it will be necessary to leave her to her fate.
To save an orchid that seems dead, this spice that we all have in the kitchen is enough
The main cause of orchid death is excess water. The roots of the orchid are aerial, for this reason if excessively wet they will rot quickly.
In fact, experts recommend waiting for the roots to dry between waterings to avoid rot.
When watering, then, it will be necessary to do it abundantly.
In the event that the roots rot it will be difficult to recover the plant, the problem will be recognized by the soft and falling leaves.
Experts say it will be necessary to clean and disinfect the roots using a fungicide. To create a good home disinfectant use a food present in the kitchen, cinnamon powder.
Use the cinnamon with great caution since it is phytotoxic and in excessive doses it can create problems for the orchid.
A sprinkle of cinnamon on the roots left in the air for a couple of days before repotting the plant.
Here, then, why to save an orchid that seems dead, this spice that we all have in the kitchen is enough.
Attention
When the plants are in serious condition, however, the only advice you can give is to throw them away. In fact, if kept close to other orchids they could be a source of contagion for other plants, it is better to isolate them.
It is good to know that focusing excessively on a dead plant could damage the healthy ones.
In addition, people often bathe orchids by immersion using the same water for all of them.
The problem arises when one of the apparently healthy orchids is sick instead. Using the same water will transmit the problem to other plants as well.
For this reason it would be preferable to immerse the orchids individually by changing the water from one irrigation to another.
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