Using disinfected scissors, remove damaged or soft roots and dry stems. This will prevent the plant from wasting its energy on irrecoverable parts.
2.Rehydrate the roots
Soak the base of the orchid in warm, non-calcareous water for 15 to 20 minutes. This will allow the dried-out roots to gently rehydrate.
3.Provide him with a suitable environment
Instead of replanting your orchid directly, wrap its roots in slightly damp sphagnum moss (a natural moss that retains water). Then place it in a clear container that allows light to pass through and maintains sufficient humidity, without excess stagnant water.
4.Provide adequate light for it
Orchids like light, but not direct sunlight which burns their leaves. A location near an east or west facing window is ideal.
5.Be patient and watch for signs of recovery
Water sparingly and make sure to maintain constant humidity without overwatering . After a few weeks, you should see new roots or even young leaves appearing!
The satisfaction of seeing an orchid bloom again
Reviving an orchid takes time, but what a satisfaction it is to see the first shoots appear! This experience reminds us that nature is full of surprises and that, even when a plant seems lost, it can be reborn with a little attention. So, before throwing away your orchid, try these techniques : you might be pleasantly surprised!
