Okay, so I’ve been getting really into orchids lately. They’re just so gorgeous, right? But, like any plant, they can get sick. And figuring out what’s wrong can be a real pain. So, I decided to create my own little visual guide to orchid diseases. Here’s how I went about it:
Getting Started
First, I needed, well, pictures. Lots of them. I started by snapping pics of my own orchids whenever I saw something that looked a bit off. You know, weird spots, yellowing leaves, anything unusual.
The Research
Taking the picture, I need to identify the disease. I spent hours browsing online, books and forums. Let me tell you, there’s a TON of info out there, and honestly, it was overwhelming at first. But I started to get the hang of it.
Taking the Picture
When I saw the leaves is not good, I need to use my phone to take the picture. I tried to get good lighting, usually natural light, and focused on the affected areas. Multiple angles are key! I’d take a shot of the whole plant, then zoom in on the spots or discoloration. It’s all about getting a clear, detailed image.
Organizing Everything
Now for the not-so-fun part: organization. I created a folder on my computer, I ended up with folders for each type of problem, like “fungal infections,” “bacterial diseases,” and the dreaded “pest infestations.”
Putting It All Together
- Black Rot: I noticed these dark, spreading lesions on the leaves. Very quickly get worse.
- Leaf Spot:There were small, brown, and water-soaked, and some had yellow halos.
- Root Rot: I found the roots are mushy and brown when I unpoted. Classic sign of overwatering.
I kept adding to it whenever I found a new problem or a better picture. It is very useful for me to record these diseases. And hope, this would be helpfull for you, too.
