Is this crown rot?

[bil]

Originally Posted by Dri312

You are welcome bil. I have much appreciation for the experts on this board, for taking their time and sharing important information with the newbies like me.

My guess for all these Phals that landed in my hands is they already came very neglected. I noticed some crown rot on some. I won't even worry about it no more. If I lose the battle, too bad. At least I know I did everything I could to save them. Plus, I'm glad I took the time to learn and be more prepare for the next time.

The only two that came healthy is on bark. So far, no sign of distress. Yay!

I like how you think bil. Life is already complicated enough! I will continuously take care of my plants but if it turns to worse, I know where to find more!

Thanks for your time!

You are very welcome. If anything I say is of help, then that makes me happy.
The fact of the matter is that while the aim is to never kill any orchids, the reality is that you will. It's all part of the learning process.
I'm old, past 60 so I don't have the time to take orchids gently. I have to rush at it and push my luck a bit, or I may be dead before I get to grow all I would like.