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Is this a lost cause?

13 years ago

I repotted my orchid a little while ago and upon looking it over tonight, I noticed some of the roots don't look very good. It may be hard tell in the picture, but the roots have a very gray hue to them. I'm very worried that this may be root rot. Can this plant be salvaged?

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jchandra
Original Author
13 years ago
Here is an additional picture.
arthurm
13 years ago
The short answer is NO. The new leaf looks OK and the roots might have a green tinge if they were just watered. Of course, the plant does not look in optimum condition but it surely will pick up once spring arrives.
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jane__ny
13 years ago
Phal roots are grey!

Jane
bob8_gw
13 years ago
Jane, they can be grayish green. When you water them they will turn a brighter green. I think that plant will do just fine, and is far from a lost cause.
jchandra
Original Author
13 years ago
Great news to hear! Thanks for the replies!

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