Seedling Leaves - Panic!!

[ceratog]

Hi, I just received these Paph. deflasked seedlings and planted them about 4 hours ago. Now they are developing sunken spots on several of the leaves. I have them on a slightly shaded shelf near my grow lights - room temp right at 80 degrees humidity right at 60%.
What should I do? Should I spray with hydrogen peroxide?

[ceratog]

Whew! Tha panic attack is over. It looks like this may have been normal humidity loss.

[Maba]

Good news. I didn't have any help to offer but have been holding my breath for you--especially after following your saga on the other forum. May they live long and prosper!

Maba

[Cynthia, Prescott, AZ]

I have read that some people use neem oil on their seedlings right out of flask. Neem has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial functions, but is not systemic, so you would need to use it before problems start. I don't know if they were refering to pure neems mixed with water and maybe detergent, or the stuff from the usual nursery, that may already have some kind of surfactant. I have been told recently by a hydroponic salesman that dish detergent is hard on the leaves. But since he was selling a very expensive substitute, don't know how much validity to give this. Cynthia, Prescott, AZ

[ceratog]

Thank you for the info aboout neem oil, Cynthia. I'll try a diluted solution on my next flask. It should be here some time this week. Although, after last night, I'm not so sure I have a strong enough heart for this flasking business!

[jerrymeola]

I have to mention since this is a Newie section that paphs can take nine years to flower from seed. (flaskes are usually 1 1/2 - 2 years old.)

Everyone out there be aware of what you are getting into.