Blue-Green Spots on Phalaenopsis Leaves: Aging or Pathogen?

Test: Rub with Soapy Cloth

If spots remove → residue. If not → natural aging of lower leaves. They'll yellow and drop. New leaves emerging = plant healthy.

Repot in fresh mix (old mix decays, restricts root air). Check roots: remove mushy ones.

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