Phalaenopsis Losing Leaves After Root Rot Rescue: Moss Media and Fungus

Rescued from Root Rot, Now Leaves Keep Dying

A Phalaenopsis repotted from pure moss into new media still loses leaves. Two issues:

1. Asymmetric Leaf Loss → Fungus

Leaves falling from one side with black bases = fungal infection from water left overnight on leaves. Water mornings only.

2. Remaining Leaves Soft → Moss Never Dried

Moss holds water for weeks. Watering every 10 days kept it constantly wet → ongoing root stress. Repot now into fresh bark mix.

Immediate Actions

1. Repot into medium/coarse bark.
2. Water only when mix is nearly dry.
3. Water mornings; no wet leaves at night.
4. Bright shade, 65–85°F, humidity >50%.

New growth (spikes) is a good sign. Fix the media and watering, and leaf loss will stop.