New patient in the house

[Klondike4001]

Here's what it looks like post soak.


And here's the new growth


Why should I do next?

[CR7cristiano]

Originally Posted by Klondike4001

Here's what it looks like post soak.

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And here's the new growth
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Why should I do next?

Just follow the above instructions

[Klondike4001]

Does anyone know if there's a way to separate the healthier parts of the plant from the weaker parts?

[CR7cristiano]

Originally Posted by Klondike4001

Does anyone know if there's a way to separate the healthier parts of the plant from the weaker parts?

Unless you're trimming off dead roots, the last thing you want to do is divide the plant as that is very stressing on the orchid...let alone its poor state now.

[isurus79]

Originally Posted by CR7cristiano

Unless you're trimming off dead roots, the last thing you want to do is divide the plant as that is very stressing on the orchid...let alone its poor state now.

[Klondike4001]

Just an update, the plant is is showing signs of improvement, leaves are filling back out, and there's signs of new growth, both roots and new leaves.

[james mickelso]

I would like to see the roots, better views of the pbulbs, and the condition of the media. This indeed looks neglected as in not enough light, a dry environment, and not enough water. But I need more information and more pics will give me that. Watering it too much could kill it and you wouldn't know it until it is too late. Caution on the water. These leaves probably won't come back as much as you'ld think given perfect conditions. I'd like to see the new growth. Good close pics. That is the key. The old pbulbs are mature and aren't going to change. The new growth will tell how to proceed. "Danger danger Will Robinson". Kodama Chocolate drop in any form is a beautifu plant. Let's go in the right direction and save this beauty.

[Klondike4001]

Here's an update with the requested photos.
Roots, more dead ones were pruned today, I didn't prune off too much last time due to wanting to make sure I still had a stable base in the pot.

New Growth:

Another View of the new growth:

Younger leaves making a nice recovery:

Whole Plant:

[isurus79]

Looks much better. Are you gonna add media to the pot though? lol

[james mickelso]

I'd leave it alone for now. Give it light, warmth, and a little water. Don't drown it. As for more media? That's plenty. You could actually put it in the pot with no media as long as you watered it enough. Daily would be fine. But in media you don't want to set the stage for rot. Cool conditions enhance the chances of rot. the new growth looks good. That is what you want to cultivate. The older pbulbs are now just food storage. Nothing more. Here's something to keep in mind for future reference. When you have the orchid out of the pot to inspect the roots, just squeeze the roots that look suspect. If they aren;t firm, cut them off no matter the color. The roots shown in the pic are mostly older roots and not as valuable as newer roots coming out of the new growth. they help with hydration and that's about it. The new growth is what's important. Inspect the bases of the older pbulbs for any new budding growth. If you want to force the latent buds, just cut through the rizome with a clean razor blade about half to three quarters the way through. Dab on some cinnamon and let alone. The latent buds will start growing in the warming springtime.