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title: "Can anyone explain why this orchid stem in water is growing buds? And…"
description: "Can anyone explain why this orchid stem in water is growing buds? And maybe leaves? I was just doing an experiment and this is happening."
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/JmTUi1iSQr6-tX35luAMXQ/lP64QjJAngZkgHNzq0HrQo"
community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "Michelle’s Hobby"
published: "2025-09-18T17:21:22.516927Z"
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# Can anyone explain why this orchid stem in water is growing buds? And…

_Posted by Michelle’s Hobby on 2025-09-18_

Can anyone explain why this orchid stem in water is growing buds? And maybe leaves? I was just doing an experiment and this is happening.

![Attachment 1 of 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/gtEimb4Ip4Yrouu_MVb5JeoLq5GwE8yKJVnuh6vE-Qs/XrPrsugzQgCeHzyJ5PzK8A.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 2 of 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/gtEimb4Ip4Yrouu_MVb5JeoLq5GwE8yKJVnuh6vE-Qs/yXo9lwLZQsm--0FCImmRXA.webp?size=large)

## 3 comments

### Jen commented on 2025-09-18

The plant will continue to try to do what it would naturally do. But with no leaves and no roots, it has no way to produce energy. So whatever energy it has stored will probably deplete itself pretty quickly. I’d be super interested in updates over the next few days.

#### Michelle’s Hobby replied on 2025-09-18

I will continue to update everyone to what happens with this orchid stem. If it does flower I’ll take a picture.

#### Karen replied on 2025-09-19

That’s good

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