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Help my orchid recover after a fall and broken leaf

8 years ago

My poor orchid had an accident, fell and broke the newest leaf off. I also had to repot it at that time because a lot of potting medium fell out. What should I do to make sure it recovers from the shock? I heard that they can be shocked just from normal repotting. Put it outside or inside? Lots of air circulation or humid condition (like a bathroom)?

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laticauda
8 years ago
Keep it the same way you were keeping it before she had her accident. Just keep an eye on moisture levels, it may want more or less depending on how the plant reacts. Just don't do anything else to shock it and it should be fine.
Jordan (Zone 7a, Tulsa OK)
8 years ago
I hate it when that happens! I agree with Laticauda; if it enjoys the environment it is in, keep it there. It should bounce back and produce more leaves in the next growing season.
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