My orchid has root fungus can I cut off the good part ? but how do I transplant the good parts.?

To transplant, you have to use a special orchid bark mix with coconut bark. Buy one that also has charcoal in it to prevent rotting.

http://store.quarteracreorchids.com/cohu...



Peat moss is not good for orchids because it causes root decay (although that's what's used in commercially produced ones for quick sale). Orchid roots need a lot of space in between them that peat moss does not provide.



Here is a site showing how:

http://www.orchids.uk.com/potting.htm#Ph...



Although it pictures it on the site, you don't usually cut healthy roots off. You should also plant in a clear plastic pot and make several more holes at the bottom. Put that in one of those brown ceramic pots that does not have any glaze/seelant on the outside or inside (allowing for adequate air flow and water evaporation).



Every couple of days, soak the orchid in some distilled water for 5-10 mintues (enough for the bark to soak up the water). Then remove it and put it back in its pot. You should soak the plant, while refraining from traditional watering. With normal watering, the water quickly trickles down without being absorbed by the bark.



Make sure to provide adequate draining when you're not soaking the plant. Don't let it sit in the water for more than 15-20 minutes.

My orchid has root fungus can I cut off the good part ? but how do I transplant the good parts.?
I forgot to add - remove infected areas, cutting a bit into healthy tissue %26amp; steralize blade after each cut. Spray/briefly soak in plant fungicide %26amp; clean pot carefully. Report It