green stems turning red? - Orchid Board

OrchidPhoenix · #1 03-02-2008, 01:34 AM

I was wondering what this is caused from? I thought for sure that the phals stem was green when i got it and now its turning red?
any suggestions?

philoserenus · #2 03-02-2008, 02:11 AM

"stem" u referring to the place where all the leafs join or the stem as in where all the flowers bloom off of?

OrchidPhoenix · #3 03-02-2008, 02:12 AM

the..spike i think its called, where the nubs and flowers come of of...

Orchidophile · #4 03-02-2008, 02:25 AM

The red coloring is from the increase of light. It turns red to protect itself from burning. It is a good indication that your plant is recieving adequate light.

OrchidPhoenix · #5 03-02-2008, 02:28 AM

ok, so its a good thing then? im afriad im a bit paranoid, LOL

Orchidophile · #6 03-02-2008, 02:36 AM

Yep its good, there are lots of orchids that turn red, especially on the spikes

OrchidPhoenix · #7 03-02-2008, 02:37 AM

thank you so very much for you reassurance!

philoserenus · #8 03-02-2008, 07:50 PM

ya i agree, but definitely be careful though, not all orchids are able to a 'tan' to protect itself. only a few phals and some cattleya can

PleuroPal · #9 03-07-2009, 12:46 PM

A lot of epis do the same thing. My schoenorchis fragrans will also get a reddish tinge along the leaf edges in good light. Not to worry, imo.