repotted phal not doing so well

[loreley]

I repotted a phal some time ago with the kind help of many of you; maybe you remember, it's a phal that was packed tightly in moss and the roots were being smothered and had started to rot. I repotted it in bark and in a pot with multiple drainage holes. The plant immediately stopped dropping its flowers and I was really happy. But now I have noticed that the leaves look kind of leathery and without luster and I'm wondering whether the plant really recovered or not. The blooms have since withered;what should I do with the spike? Should I cut it back all the way or should I leave some of it? Also, could I possibly attempt a second repotting, this time to a plastic transparent pot so I can keep tabs on the roots? I would greatly appreciate your help (once again)

[lmartiny]

Hi Loreley, I don't know what you repottted to. I use terra cotta orchid pots or baskets where I am but I grow outside.
It may be that your plant is still just trying to adapt. Many here prefer the clear plactic pots and I suggest a bark mix over spag. I just can't regulate spag for moisture. But many do successfully. It is really just determining what works for you.

[Undergrounder]

It's not getting enough water, going from tight sphag to coarse bark is a big shock for the roots, which are probably well adapted for a fairly wet environment. I would water it more often.

[digitalgate]

if you change from sphag moss to bark , this is a very common occurance. Since it move from a moist moss to a drier bark. Good news is that the rotting has stopped , bad news is it is not getting enought water. However, the new leaf will better that the present leave as it is adjusting to its present condition. I have done this so many time that i have lost count. Some given away , some sold... However, have you check your micro climate? Is your humidity more than 60%? it is a warm growing genus so you need high humidity and high temperature. Lower temperature in winter alway result in lower humidity (when you use heater , you get lower humidity. Put a humidity tray below the plant should also improve the conditon.

[lmartiny]

Just keep watering it. It will adapt. A good watering once or twice a week.