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title: "Desperate times require desperate measures. I’ve seen this…"
description: "Desperate times require desperate measures. I’ve seen this recommended. Does anyone have any advice?"
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community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "Peter"
published: "2025-03-17T13:04:32.280991Z"
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# Desperate times require desperate measures. I’ve seen this…

_Posted by Peter on 2025-03-17_

Desperate times require desperate measures. I’ve seen this recommended. Does anyone have any advice?

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## 1 comment

### Jen commented on 2025-03-17

I’m going off the assumption that it’s just rootless- no pest or infection issues. Do you have sphagnum in the bottom of the clear plastic pot as well? Open the bag from time to time to circulate the air, and be sure that there’s no water droplets pooling in the crown or leaf joints- that’s a good environment to promote bacterial and fungal growth. Otherwise- just cross your fingers and try to be patient. She’s gonna look worse before she looks better. 🤞🏼 for new roots to sprout for you.

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