What's wrong with this phal?

[Orchidpeeps]

Originally Posted by Orchid Whisperer

The dark area on the leaf (left side of photo) may be rot, such as Erwinia. I can't tell from the photo, but is there a yellow or yellow-green margin next to the dark soft area? That would confirm Erwinia or something similar.

I would cut off that half of the leaf. Whether you cut the leaf or not, watch the plant closely to be sure nothing is spreading.

Heres the orchid now. The leaf is appearing to dry but there is some darkening inbetween where healthy tissue meets sick tissue.

Front of the leaf:


And the back:


What do you think of the leaf at this stage? Should I leave it?

In an event where I would need to cut the affected area off, what steps should I take?

[Ray]

I'd remove that leaf immediately, cutting as close to the base as is practical, then dust the wound with cinnamon powder.