What do I do with yellowing leaves on Phals?

Sueian · #1 (**permalink**) 10-19-2007, 08:07 AM

Hi - I've had one of my Phals for around 12 months and I see I have a new spike (I think a flowering one?). I have only had new leaves before and new roots growing. However, some of the old leaves look as it they're dying and yellowing. Should I remove these? Would appreciate any helpful advice.

Vivienne · #2 (**permalink**) 10-19-2007, 08:19 AM

That is normal for Phals. They will eventually wither enough to fall off on their own.

janet_a · #3 (**permalink**) 10-19-2007, 09:33 AM

yes, as long as you also have new growth, you're fine. when leaves turn yellow and fall off *overnight* is when you have a problem.

PhalPal · #4 (**permalink**) 10-19-2007, 12:26 PM

I give them a very gentle tug every day until it just falls off in my hand, when it is good and ready.

WIB · #5 (**permalink**) 10-19-2007, 03:19 PM

In general, as a new aerial root appears in the axil of the lowest leaf, it yellows, withers, and falls off. I just leave the leaf until it disconnects of its own accord or with a slight tap of my finger. -- Bill

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