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Q.Orchid “air roots”

Zone 49747 | Anonymous added on July 24, 2017 | Answered

My orchid plant probably has over 100 air roots. Are they necessary? May I remove them?

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Downtoearthdigs
Answered on July 24, 2017

Yes, they are part of the Orchids root system.
You can remove them if they are damaged or not healthy.
This article will help you.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/roots-coming-from-plant.htm

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