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10-13-2010, 12:03 PM
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Something strange with my phal...
Hi everyone. My phal is doing something really strange. I left a stalk on the plant from its last blooming. Now, near the top of the stalk, leaves are sprouting. Can someone explain this as I have never seen it before. Thanks.
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10-13-2010, 12:25 PM
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Sounds like you have a keiki, new plantlet, starting to form.
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10-13-2010, 12:58 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by trdyl
Sounds like you have a keiki, new plantlet, starting to form.
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So, should I cut it off and plant it? |
10-13-2010, 01:05 PM
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Not until it has at least a couple of roots of its own that are over an inch long.
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10-13-2010, 05:53 PM
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The usual rule of thumb is that you should leave it until it has a total of 3" of root. This could be one root or several smallerones, but 3" total is a good guide for when it should be removed.
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10-13-2010, 06:13 PM
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 Oh how nice a baby! Yes wait until the roots are a good inch and a half and you have 3-4. you will know whe  n it is ready. YAY!! |
10-14-2010, 12:08 PM
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Lol....thanks, but I have to admit....it had nothing to do with me! So, how often does this happen?
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10-14-2010, 12:11 PM
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Quote:
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So, how often does this happen?
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It really depends on the parentage. Some are more prone than others. |
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