Brown roots on top of pot

[wendit]

My phals are in bark, the roots that are exposed on the top of the bark (as they go down into the bark), seem to turn brown, dry, and shrink. When I got the phals those roots were green when watered, and silver when dry. As time goes on, they turn brown and loose the green. I can see that there is plenty of moisture in the clear pot, so I don't want to water as soon as the top dries. Should I be misting the tops of the pots daily, to keep those roots from drying out? Thanks

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[ALToronto]

Sounds like overwatering. The roots have rotted, and the plant needs to grow new ones. Have you repotted this phal, or did you buy it with silver/green roots in the medium? These are aereal roots and should not be in bark. Aereal roots should be misted but not soaked.

[Brooke]

The roots on top of the pot are drying out but the roots on the inside might still be green and functioning. You can add a sphag top coat the next time you water. It will help the exposed roots remain wet longer.

Brooke