Light for a vanda

[David1985]

Hello all,

I recently moved my V. Sansai blue from a pot to a vase, and am trying to bring it back to its earlier vitality. It was at a west-facing window, but due to overcrowding I've moved it to a nearby desk. Right now it is sitting under a desk lamp with a 13 watt 'PL' type twin-tube bulb (six inches from light to highest leaf tip).

Is this a suitable amount of light? If not, is there a more suitable bulb that will fit my desk lamp? The label states that I can't go above 13 watts.

Thanks in advance!

[Swamper]

What became of this vanda?

[David1985]

It's still around but I've upgraded the light system to a pair of Sunblaster bulbs. Seems to be doing well; leaf growth is tepid but the roots are growing like nobody's business. It had some root rot earlier this year and I had to cut some off so I'm not expecting a spike for a while (plus it has a bend in the top so flowering is going to be awkward when it does happen).

[Swamper]

Sounds good, glad it's all working out. Don't worry about the bend it just adds character