Disappointment in its true form

[JKeys]

I was disappointed today when I unpotted my paph. PEOY and discovered that many of its roots were unhealthy, a good number dead. Very surprising, because it seemed to be doing pretty well. I kept the ones I thought were ok, but I don't know how well the plant will do after this repotting Hopefully i can help it bounce back.

[billc]

That happens to my multis occasionally. Usually because I let them stay too moist I think. They've always bounced back so you should be OK.

Bill

[nenella]

I'm sure it will bounce back... patience and as Bill said above it was v probably kept too wet. I'm a believer in watering with something like KLN when I have had the problem and have always found that it really promotes root growth. Good luck and keep us posted.

[MrHappyRotter]

I've had this happen with some paphs in the past. Sometimes I would catch it in time, other times, I was too late.

This is the primary reason why I've been moving all my slippers over to transparent plastic pots. What a difference that makes! Not only do I now get a very clear and constant visual of the root-level moisture conditions, it lets me know when a plant's roots are going dormant so I know to cut back on water. Plus, if something's going astray, I know pretty quickly and can move to correct the problem early -- nip it in the bud you might say.