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Old 11-18-2023, 12:58 PM
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Several of my Phalaenopsis orchids have a few black roots. The leaves are healthy and there are plenty of healthy roots. The orchid has a healthy spike. Light (artificial), watering, and fertilizer routine are consistent. Do you know what causes the black roots?
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They're older. Might have algae or cyanobacteria growing on them, which is not a problem.
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Even if they are just old and died, they will slowly decompose, but that is no threat to the nice, new roots.
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Thanks for reply. I will leave them be
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