The color and texture of an orchid’s leaves are two of the best indicators of orchid health. Learning to recognize signs of distress in your orchid’s leaves can give you a certain clairvoyance about your plant. Download our FREE Orchid Leaf Care Guide.
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If you notice your orchid’s leaves are withered and droopy, this could mean your plant is not getting enough water or humidity. Limp leaves indicated dehydration.
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If the tops of orchid leaves turn reddish (reddish undersides are often normal), your orchid may be suffering from sunburn or a nitrogen or phosphorus deficiency. Move your orchid away from direct sunlight and apply fertilizer.
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Mesophyll refers to a soft tissue that is located between the upper and lower epidermis in a leaf, and it functions to facilitate photosynthesis.
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Limp or dull leaves that eventually wrinkle are signs of dehydration. Increase watering and inspect your orchid’s root system for signs of stress.
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When a healthy Phalaenopsis orchid is in bloom or is preparing to bloom, its leaves should be the color of healthy grass, a bright medium green with yellow undertones.
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