What to Do If a Phalaenopsis Orchid's Flower Spike Breaks? Detailed Guide to the Correct Handling

If a Phalaenopsis orchid's flower spike breaks, we first need to remove the pot, place the plant in a spot with diffused light for disinfection, then repot it, trim the side shoots back to about 2 cm, water until the soil is moist, but do not splash water on the broken wound, and at the same time raise the air humidity, then place it on a balcony and wait quietly for a few days.

1. Remove the pot

Many flower growers don't know that you first need to remove its pot and place it in a spot with diffused light and good ventilation so its roots can be disinfected; let it air-dry in a cool place for about 4 hours, then put it back into the pot. This lets the roots heal completely, absorb nutrients better, and promote stem growth.

2. Trim the side shoots

Use sterilized scissors to trim the side shoots. Do not leave the trimmed position too long; trim at a position of about 2 cm, as this is more favorable for the growth and development of the side shoots. Then place it on a windowsill and wait quietly for a few days, and the side shoots will become thick and sturdy.

3. Watering

Be very careful when watering: do not splash water on the wound, otherwise it is unfavorable for the growth of the flower buds. When watering, you must be especially careful not to water too much, otherwise it will cause water to accumulate in the pot and the roots to rot, which is even more unfavorable for the growth of the Phalaenopsis orchid's flower spike. So just water until the soil is moist.

4. Raise the air humidity

Raising the air humidity will help the Phalaenopsis orchid's flower spike recover quickly in a short time. If it is summer, it is even more necessary to raise the air humidity. You can place a basin of clean water around the Phalaenopsis orchid, or spray it on the leaves; these can all raise the air humidity.