Just Onion Skins! 3 Months Later This Orchid Came Back Strong

This Phalaenopsis orchid has almost lost all signs of life with all its leaves gone and its crown missing. The root system is dry, brittle, easily broken, and severely damaged. But I still decided to save the plant using a special method with familiar ingredients. I combine onion, white rice, and vitamin b1 in one formula. And after just three months the orchid has undergone an astonishing transformation. Join me as we follow the entire recovery process. Look at how serious the condition of this Phalaenopsis orchid has become. The plant has lost all its leaves, its crown is gone, and its roots are dry, shriveled, and exposed outside the growing medium. When gently squeezed by hand, the dry roots crackle because they have become hollow inside and lost their strength. In this condition, the orchid needs to be carefully examined before beginning the recovery process. I gently lift the orchid out of the pot to inspect the entire root system underneath. remove the old growing medium still clinging to the roots so i can clearly examine the condition of each root section the growing medium is so dry and hard that even when i squeeze it firmly i cannot get out even a single drop of water after inspection i cut away the roots that are dry and hollow brittle and broken or severely damaged removing the damaged roots helps me assess the remaining roots and prepare for the recovery process however i do not cut off roots just because they are brown or dark in color. Root sections that are still firm and show no signs of rot should be kept whenever possible. Next, I gently rinse the root system with clean water to remove dirt, growing medium residue, and any remaining debris. I place the plant in water in a cup and add soaking water to give the remaining living tissues a chance to absorb more moisture. Soak for about 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, lift the plant out and let it air dry naturally. Now I will prepare the mixture for caring for this orchid. The first ingredient is a fresh onion. I peel off the entire outer layer to use the onion. Onion skins contain natural antioxidant compounds. I use these skins to experiment with a care solution for the weakened orchid. Cut the onion into small pieces to make it easier to extract the soluble compounds into the water. Add one liter of boiling water to it. Then I add five tablespoons of white rice to the jar and stir well to allow the ingredients to come into contact with each other. Rice contains starch along with small amounts of vitamins and minerals, helping create the organic mixture that I want to test for caring for the orchid. Stir well and let the mixture sit until it is cooled completely. After the mixture is cooled, I use a strainer to remove the onion pieces, rice grains, and any remaining residue. I add one liter of clean water to dilute the mixture. Finally, I add three vitamin B1 tablets and stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Vitamin B1 plays a role in the plant's energy metabolism. Stir well until the mixture is uniform. Now, I gently pour the prepared mixture over the remaining roots of the orchid. I soak it for about 15 minutes to allow the roots to come into contact with the mixture. During this time, I use a soft cotton pad to absorb a small amount of the mixture and gently wipe the surface of remaining leaves. This helps clean the leaves and makes it easier to monitor the plant's condition. After soaking for 15 minutes, I remove the plant from the mixture and pat it dry. Pay special attention to areas where moisture can easily accumulate. After the treatment, I prepare a pot with plenty of drainage holes to prevent water from accumulating around the root system. The growing medium I use in the initial stage is prepared moss. First, I place a thin layer of moss at the bottom of the pot next i place the orchid in the center of the pot and adjust just its position so that the stem stands firmly without leaning or falling over add more moss around the remaining roots to keep the plant stable after planting i use a spray bottle to create a light mist over the surface of the moss do not let the moss become waterlogged or allow water to accumulate around the plant's stem finally place the plant in a spot with indirect light away from direct sunlight after one week the plant has had time to settle into its new pot i begin watering the plant with clean water water just enough then allow all excess water to drain out i do not let the bottom of the pot sit in water because the remaining roots need both moisture and air to remain active at this stage i prioritize helping the plant stabilize and avoiding further damage so i do not apply fertilizer and this is the change i observed after 40 days of care take a close look at the base of the plant a fresh green orchid keiki has begun to emerge bringing new hope for this orchid that was once in a very weak condition not only that several green root tips are also growing from the remaining stem at this stage i prioritize helping the plant stabilize and preventing further damage seeing this orchid once bare rooted and completely leafless now producing a keiki and new roots makes me incredibly happy when the plant begins developing new roots and a keiki i move it to a larger pot to give it more room to grow. I choose pine bark as the growing medium. I gently remove the plant from the old pot trying to preserve the developing young roots. Then I place the plant in the new pot and gradually add pine bark around the root system. Pine bark of a suitable size helps create air spaces that allow air to circulate around the roots while also helping water drain away more easily. Now I will continue using the rice and onion skin mixture prepared earlier as part of the care process. Use only a moderate amount, making sure the organic mixture does not remain on the stem or accumulate excessively in the growing medium. For the rice and onion skin mixture mixture, I use it no more than twice a month, alternating with regular watering using clean water. In addition, I maintain indirect light and good air circulation while monitoring the development of new roots. And this is the result after three months of care. It is wonderful to see that the orchid keiki has grown much greener and healthier. The new leaves look fresh, vibrant green, and larger than they were in the initial stage. In particular, the young roots have grown longer, look stronger, and have many root tips that are continuing to develop. These are positive signs that the plant is still alive and has made progress during the care process. I am very happy to witness this transformation. I hope this recovery process will help you gain more experience in caring for weakened orchids. If you enjoy orchid recovery videos, please like and subscribe to Happiness Garden to discover more useful plant care tips. Thank you for watching the video until the end and becoming part of the Happiness Garden family. See you in the next video.