What if the leaves of crab claw orchid are dry?

1. Light problem

(1) specific reasons

The plant itself likes a shady environment. Therefore, if it is exposed to strong sunlight and lasts for a long time, the leaves are likely to dry up and fall off seriously. This kind of situation is more common in midsummer.

(2) solution measures

If you find this phenomenon, you have to move it to a place where you can't see the sun, or just where there is astigmatism. Moreover, after a good period of time, ventilation may be alleviated.

2. The temperature is too high

(1) specific reasons

This aspect also occurs mainly in summer. It likes warmth and doesn't like the high temperature. If it is too high, it is easy to dry up the leaves.

(2) solution measures

The temperature needs to be adjusted to a range that suits it, which is 22 to 25 degrees. And, can sprinkle some water around appropriately, in order to cool down. In addition, summer will enter the dormant stage, need to pour less water, and do not use fertilizer.

3. Too much water

(1) specific reasons

This plant is very afraid of waterlogging. If there is too much water, there is also a lot of stagnant water, which is very likely to rot the roots, the function of transporting water will be hindered, and the leaves will easily become dry.

(2) solution measures

In this case, it must be adjusted in time, otherwise the whole plant may die. Timely regulation and control of water intake will help it recover.

4. Diseases and insect pests

There are some diseases and pests that can easily haunt the plant, causing the leaves to dry up. For example, "leaf blight" and so on, and red spiders. For these, you should first cut off the infected leaves and then use medicine later.