Green but shriveled roots?

[Boshia]

My smallest phal is in a clear pot, so I can see the state of its roots. They are green, but still kind of shriveled. I watered it five days ago. What does it mean?

[WhiteRabbit]

Hmmm ... has it maybe been getting too dry in-between watering?
Can you post a pic?
How often do you water?

[Boshia]

I just got it last week, so I haven't had much chance to do anything with it except to repot it. I watered it five days ago, and I plan to do it in another few days when they become less green. I'll try to remember to get a pic tomorrow (it's dark outside).

[campchi]

What kind of media u using?

[Boshia]

Bark, perlite and charcoal. I think it's the Better Gro Special Orchid mix.

[campchi]

Did u recently repotted? If you did, the new media cant retain water that much. Maybe try water it 2-3 days.

[DeaC]

Orchid bark needs to be soaked overnight before use.But you'll get lots of advice here.

[giuseppeorchids]

Well, all my Phalaenopsis's elder roots are a bit shrivelled, I think it's normal... no?

[Boshia]

This is what I mean, is this normal? When I repotted it I made the mistake of not soaking the medium beforehand. I soaked the pot for about 15 minutes yesterday, and already all the condensation is gone in the pot- should I rewater?

[campchi]

Originally Posted by Boshia

This is what I mean, is this normal? When I repotted it I made the mistake of not soaking the medium beforehand. I soaked the pot for about 15 minutes yesterday, and already all the condensation is gone in the pot- should I rewater?

When I see my media is dry, I'll give it water. I have repotted some of my phal without presoaking the bark, but it thrive with daily watering itgotta experiment what works and what not work until you have one that work