emydura
Well-Known Member
I've only been growing Paphs from flasks for the last couple of years so I have a lot to learn. I've noticed that the seedlings of many maudiae Paph hybrids and species (eg viniferum) have a habit of growing upwards. You end up with these really spindly seedlings with a long stem and separated leaves. They almost don't look like Paphs at all. All along the stem (above the potting mix) roots pop out at the leaf axils. In order to prevent the roots dieing off you have to plant the seedlings deeper and deeper burying the lower leaves. Some seedlings seem to be much worse than others.
Is this normal for these Paphs?
David
Is this normal for these Paphs?
David