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title: "Does anyone think this may be some sort of disease, virus, or…"
description: "Does anyone think this may be some sort of disease, virus, or anything? I feel like the spotting has spread, but that may be paranoia"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/JmTUi1iSQr6-tX35luAMXQ/v0bw1U77JYchGiVgNiXFYK"
community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "Sharon"
published: "2025-01-26T04:00:52.622159Z"
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# Does anyone think this may be some sort of disease, virus, or…

_Posted by Sharon on 2025-01-26_

Does anyone think this may be some sort of disease, virus, or anything? I feel like the spotting has spread, but that may be paranoia

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## 4 comments

### MeasomerPi commented on 2025-01-26

I’m guessing fungal. Bacterial infections typically look wet or weep.

Before applying anything, check the label to see if it’s been tested on orchids (probably not). Proceed cautiously with anything containing copper. Some orchids, like dendrobiums, respond poorly.

If it’s within your budget, look at retailers specializing in orchids. They probably already vetted the products they carry.

#### Sharon replied on 2025-01-26

Should I quarantine it in another room? The others nearby have looked fine, but I’m not sure how contagious it is

#### MeasomerPi replied on 2025-01-27

I would quarantine. Watch the others for signs.

#### Sharon replied on 2025-01-27

Will do, thank you

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