Sometimes the leaves of an orchid turn yellow.
In this article, we will tell you what this may be connected with.
Why do orchid leaves turn yellow
If the air is not humid enough, approximately the same thing happens to orchid leaves as with insufficient watering: first the tips of the leaves turn yellow, and then the entire leaf.
In addition, eventually it falls away.
Therefore, it is extremely necessary to take care of sufficient air humidification.
In addition, if the crown—the part of the plant that connects the leaves and roots—is brown and soft (often the result of overwatering), the orchid is likely dead.
What to do when the leaves of an orchid turn yellow
If only the tips of the leaves turn yellow and curl, there is too much calcium in the soil.
You can save the flower by washing the substrate along with the roots under running water.
Let the water drain and remove the flower stalks so the plant can survive.
Do not apply any fertilizers for 2 months.
If spots of black, purple or yellow appear on them, they must be cut off immediately.
Using disinfected tools, carefully remove the damaged area of the leaf, retreating 1.5-2 cm from the stain.
How often should you water an orchid
The optimal regime is once a week when it’s warm, and twice a month when it’s cold.
The main condition: the water must be settled and at room temperature.
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