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Phalaenopsis Keiki on Spike: Wait for 2-Inch Roots Before Separating

Phalaenopsis growing roots high on branch—appears to be new plant (keiki). Roots ¼", plant 1.5". Can we remove and pot? How big first?

Wait for Roots >2 Inches

  1. Leave keiki on mother until several roots exceed 2".
  2. Have small pot with orchid mix ready.
  3. Gently twist off, pot immediately.
  4. Dust break with cinnamon (anti-fungal/bacterial).
  5. Care alongside mother; blooms in ~2 years.

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