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title: "I’ve been caring for this stressed orchid. Placed it in plastic zip…"
description: "I’ve been caring for this stressed orchid. Placed it in plastic zip top bag with damp moss and I just noticed a new root growing and the leaf looks healthy. So…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/JmTUi1iSQr6-tX35luAMXQ/vvtZ11VwTgy3ESM73fwbZg"
community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "Neighbor2566"
published: "2024-07-07T18:26:28.693575Z"
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# I’ve been caring for this stressed orchid. Placed it in plastic zip…

_Posted by Neighbor2566 on 2024-07-07_

I’ve been caring for this stressed orchid. Placed it in plastic zip top bag with damp moss and I just noticed a new root growing and the leaf looks healthy. So happy!

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## 8 comments

### Snowstorm commented on 2024-07-07

That’s a cool trick!! Congrats on the new root! May there be many more to come!

### Lynda commented on 2024-07-07

A new little root AND a new leaf! Terrific! 🤗💚🪴

### Neighbor2566 commented on 2024-07-07

Thank you! Looking forward to the time when I can finally place her in a proper pot and let her flower away!🌼🌺🌻🌸

### Jen commented on 2024-07-07

You might want to be cautious about keeping the leaves inside the plastic bag. The leaves and stem don’t require moisture- in fact, it can promote bacterial growth. I would also suggest very gently removing the old dried remains of leaf growths on the stem. They can inhibit those new roots from breaking through.

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#### Neighbor2566 replied on 2024-07-08

Good idea. I will look into that!

### K commented on 2024-07-11

Would this work with an orchid with no roots? Also with sphagnum moss

#### Neighbor2566 replied on 2024-07-11

I’m not an expert but I think that if the plant has no roots, then it’s, unfortunately, beyond repair. You may try looking closely to see if there are any signs of life in the root and try this method. Good luck!

#### K replied on 2024-07-11

Ok thanks!

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