Florists talked about the causes of yellowing leaves in orchids and how to save the plant

0 < p>For growing orchids, an important point is to create conditions in which the plant will feel as natural as possible. Air temperature from +10 to 27 degrees in different periods, a bright place on the eastern and western windows, air humidity of 50-70% are the main factors. Despite all efforts, sometimes the leaves begin to yellow in the orchid. Florists told what reasons can lead to this.

Why orchids are bad

Each of the causes of yellowing leaves can be completely normal. As the leaves in an orchid age, they turn yellow and die. Remove it in time to make it easier for the plant. When aging, the lower leaves first turn yellow, while the upper ones remain strong and green.

At the same time, there are varieties of orchids that behave extremely radically in terms of leaves. For example, a plant can completely replace leaves or shed them in a certain season, renew the green mass once every 1.5 years. If the leaves become completely dry, remove them.

An orchid can get sick and therefore turn yellow. In this case, the plant will also drop leaves. In case of diseases, young leaves also turn yellow. The reason may be the appearance of rot. Its appearance indicates the overflow of the orchid. In particular, the plant can be affected by fungi and pathogenic microorganisms. Pay attention to the condition of the leaves. In case of diseases, it can start to twist.

Among the reasons, it is necessary to single out excessive care, when fertilizers are applied too often. Overfeeding is as negative as nutrient deficiency.

Rescue plan

If the plant rots and there are signs of disease, treat as follows. Remove the plant from the pot, remove the substrate. Pour warm water into the basin and lower the roots into it. Now you can inspect it and clean it of dry, rotten, dark and suspicious roots.

Rinse with fungicide. If you don't have such a tool, treat it with activated carbon powder. After care procedures, transplant into a clean substrate. Adhere to moderate watering, create the conditions necessary for the orchid, so that the plant can recover and delight you with its beauty again.