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How to deal with the yellowing and softening of Phalaenopsis leavesToday's lifestyle tip discusses how to deal with yellowing and softening Phalaenopsis leaves and related topics on reviving Phalaenopsis with three steps for flower cultivation. Let's follow the editor to find out more!Phalaenopsis is a plant from the tropical rainforest area. Although it is drought-resistant and has a strong vitality, it can still have yellowing and soft leaves due to certain reasons. Many people may not know how to handle this, leading to the plant withering and dying. Therefore, everyone should pay more attention during the maintenance process, or it is easy to cause the Phalaenopsis to die.【One, What to do if Phalaenopsis leaves turn yellow and soften】Phalaenopsis leaves turning yellow during growth is a common problem. To help it regain vitality, it is best to first cut off the yellow leaves, then repot and change the soil. Remove all the nutrient-depleted soil, cut off the dead roots, repot, and plant it again. Water it thoroughly the first time, keep it shaded for two weeks, spray water on the leaves, and keep the potting soil not too moist.Otherwise, it will cause the leaves to turn yellow again, so extra care is needed. Usually, low temperatures can also cause Phalaenopsis leaves to turn yellow. Therefore, during the cultivation process, it should be placed in a warm environment to grow, which will help it take root and sprout. Moreover, the most important issue is watering. Never water too much, or it will cause the leaves to turn yellow or even the roots to rot and die.【Two, Main reasons for the yellowing and softening of Phalaenopsis leaves】The reason for the softening of Phalaenopsis leaves may be due to the planting material being too dry for too long, combined with insufficient or infrequent misting of the leaves. The orchid cannot get water from the roots, and with no water available on the leaf surface, it dehydrates and softens. This situation can be reversed by watering thoroughly and misting adequately.And because the Phalaenopsis roots are often in a waterlogged state, rotting roots and yellowing leaves are normal phenomena. Moreover, the softening of Phalaenopsis leaves may also be due to improper watering methods, causing the roots to rot and unable to absorb water, resulting in the plant losing vitality and the leaves softening. In such cases, it is necessary to change the material and replant to have a chance to save it.【Three, Methods to deal with the yellowing and softening of Phalaenopsis leaves】<1. Increase temperature>Phalaenopsis requires a higher temperature, with the optimal growth temperature being between 18-28°C. It does not tolerate high heat or severe cold. Temperatures above 32°C and below 15°C will affect the growth of Phalaenopsis. Therefore, extra attention should be paid in summer and winter to ensure it grows in a suitable environment.<2. Pay attention to shading>Phalaenopsis prefers a semi-shaded environment and indirect light. Intense sunlight or prolonged exposure to dark environments will affect the orchid's photosynthesis, causing the leaves to turn yellow and soften. Therefore, while ensuring adequate light, it is important to avoid direct sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight from May to October, and place it in a warm balcony in winter.<3. Fertilization and water management>