Orchid is a tender and moody, but very beautiful flower. Due to poor-quality care, this plant can easily die. To save the orchid, you need to take a number of urgent measures.
Instruction manual
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The most sensitive part of an orchid is its roots. Excessive or insufficient watering quickly leads to the death of the root system of the plant. The first thing to do if the roots are damaged is to get the flower out of the pot, rinse the root system in warm water and clean it of rotten and dry elements. Living roots are dense and firm, dead roots are hollow or filled with water and slimy.
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After removing the affected parts, disinfect the cut sites and damaged areas with cinnamon or activated carbon powder, otherwise the roots may be infected with bacteria or fungi. In some cases, for cauterization, it is recommended to use greenback or other alcohol solutions. However, experts caution against the use of products containing alcohol, as they can burn tender roots.
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If you suspect that the cause of the orchid’s disease could be microorganisms or fungi, the roots of the plant must be soaked in “Fungicide” or “Fundazole, ” reducing the dosage indicated in the instructions by 2 times. The procedure takes 10-15 minutes. So that in the future microorganisms do not damage the roots of the orchid, make sure that the substrate is not constantly moist. This is especially true for the autumn-winter period.
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The final stage of orchid resuscitation is the treatment of the roots with growth regulators, which enhance the plant's immunity and accelerate the growth of new cells. Most often, Epin and Zircon preparations are used for this, which are added 1 drop per liter of water. Soak the roots of the plant for a period of 15 minutes to 2 hours.
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Place the treated plant in a clean substrate from the bark and cover with moss. If there are very few roots left, only moss can be used. Replace the orchid with a spray of moss - it should be slightly damp.
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In order to stimulate the growth of new roots, you can add a little sugar or honey to the spraying water - 1 teaspoon per liter of water. In addition, the plant can be fed with potash, phosphorus or complex fertilizer, "Kornevin." After the roots grow by 3-4 cm, the orchid should be planted in a regular substrate.
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Very often, root rot begins not so much because of excessive watering, but because of insufficient lighting. Each orchid has its own light border, below which the plant "falls asleep" and ceases to absorb moisture. As a result, the flower stands in a moist substrate until the water evaporates and the roots begin to rot. To prevent this from happening, use additional lighting and very carefully water your orchid.
