Orchid stem broke, can I root it? (flower, grown, crape)
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Grandkids bought me an orchid. One of the potted ones they sell at Costco. It seems very healthy, and has two stems, both with blooms in the process of opening. They were bending one of the stems to try to get a trick photo and accidentally snapped the stem off. It was a very clean looking break, maybe a natural joint near the bottom of the stem.
The kids are heartbroken, so I told them I would try to root it and then I would have two plants. So.... can I root the broken stem? For now I've stuck it in a glass of water but I think that might not be the best thing to do, considering how you shouldn't over water orchids. Suggestions? Step by step would be appreciated, since I'm new to both orchids and rooting cuttings. I own some rooting powder, if that helps.
Thanks, already tried that. Did not have the best luck getting helpful info, as the instructions want you to take part of a root with the cutting, but I'm dealing with a broken stem that doesn't have roots attached.
I suppose I can also take it to the local garden shop and see if someone there would know the answer. Just hoping someone here would have had a similar experience, since the stem snapped off so easily and so cleanly.
Try some rooting hormone. Scrape off a bit of the broken stem area to get a fresh area, dip in the rooting hormone and then plant in some good potting soil or soilless mixture.
OP: Google "orchid society" and the name of the area (nearest major city) you live in. Email or give them a call. Most are happy to share their knowledge.
I don't think a flower stem will root. Cut the stem as short as you can and in time the orchid will rebloom for you. It may take months.
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