New roots growing on old roots?

[ayumiko]

Hello everybody,

Recently I noticed that 2 of my moth orchids have new fresh light green roots about 1 cm long growing on the tip of a couple of the old roots. Is there a reason why its like that and not growing completely new roots? Thanks!

[Kitty]

it's called retipping, it's normal, and a good thing, often a sign of renewed vigor. hope fully new roots will follow.

[trdyl]

Phal roots if given correct culture will grow for a very long time, several years.

[ayumiko]

Thanks for the replies =D Its great to know its normal.