I went from harming my white Phalaenopsis from incorrect watering ... Incorrect watering is the main culprit of killing off orchids and orchid root rot is not a rare sight for orchid owners.

The container your orchid sits in must have drainage holes. This helps excess water escape, preventing the roots from sitting ...

These two issues are quite common with Phalaenopsis orchids ... Wet feet can cause roots to rot and render the plant prone to disease, while heavy rain will damage the leaves and create wounds ...

Orchids, often misunderstood as fussy flowers, actually require less fuss than they are reputed to need, particularly the Phalaenopsis ... water for days the roots will rot and become full ...

which can lead to root rot. Angela further explained how types of orchids like Miltonias cope better when they're constantly damp, whereas more common types, like Phalaenopsis orchids, must be ...