Vanda Sanderiana. What to do??

[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

Wow…

I never anticipated something like this to happen.

That's your reason right there. Root damage will definitely make the plant look like it does as well as prevent the plant from flowering.

I wouldn't go overboard with the root stimulants. Rooting hormones only have a positive effect up to a certain dosage. Anything below the dosage range that stimulate roots will not stimulate anything nor have a negative effect. Anything above the dosage range to stimulate roots will have a negative effect.

This is about all I know in regards to auxins, (a group of plant hormones that for the most part stimulates root growth). I don't know too much of the specifics. It's a rather complicated matter.

Sorry to break it to you, but a plant in this kind of condition will most likely not be in bloom for another 2 - 3 years. Maybe more. You were right to request a replacement.

[hanzy08]

Originally Posted by King_of_orchid_growing:)

Wow…

I never anticipated something like this to happen.

That's your reason right there. Root damage will definitely make the plant look like it does as well as prevent the plant from flowering.

I wouldn't go overboard with the root stimulants. Rooting hormones only have a positive effect up to a certain dosage. Anything below the dosage range that stimulate roots will not stimulate anything nor have a negative effect. Anything above the dosage range to stimulate roots will have a negative effect.

This is about all I know in regards to auxins, (a group of plant hormones that for the most part stimulates root growth). I don't know too much of the specifics. It's a rather complicated matter.

Sorry to break it to you, but a plant in this kind of condition will most likely not be in bloom for another 2 - 3 years. Maybe more. You were right to request a replacement.

I was wondering how it grew that big with roots like that?.. Anyway.. I'm moving on. I was looking forward for blooms this summer or fall but I guess not.. I sent an email with pics and the receipt and tag.. Hope they are considerate people..