There are many reasons why the leaves of crab claws become thinner and softer. If the soil is not suitable, choose a mixture of peat soil and leaf humus soil, and lay a layer of sand on the bottom of the pot before placing it in the pot. Facilitate water penetration. If there is too much watering, stop watering, and then water normally when the growth is restored. If there is too little light, give it at least 8 hours of light every day. If the temperature is too high, it should be controlled at around 20℃~30℃. 1. Improper soil

The growth of crab claw orchid has very strict requirements on soil. It is more suitable to grow in loose and fertile sandy soil. If the selected soil has poor air permeability It will cause the roots to rot and the leaves to become soft and yellow. At this time, the soil should be replaced in time, and a mixture of peat soil and leaf mold soil should be re-selected. Before placing it in the pot, lay a layer of sand on the bottom of the pot to facilitate water penetration of the root system. . 2. Excessive watering

Although crab claw orchid likes to grow in a humid environment, overwatering during daily maintenance will lead to water accumulation in the pot. The leaves will become soft and withered in large quantities, which is also the main reason why the leaves of the crab claw plant become thinner and softer. At this time, watering should be reduced and placed in a well-ventilated environment. After the leaves recover to grow, water normally again. 3. Too little light

Crab claw orchid is more suitable for growing in an environment with sufficient light. If too little light is given every day, the leaves will grow poorly and become soft and dry. phenomenon, it is best to provide at least 8 hours of light treatment every day. During normal maintenance, it can be placed outdoors in a half-shade and half-sun position, so that the plants will grow more luxuriantly. 4. The temperature is too high

Crab claw orchid grows best in a warm climate. If the temperature is too high, it will cause a large amount of water loss in the leaves, resulting in poor growth and softness. To prevent curling, it is best to control the temperature at around 20°C to 30°C. Plants will stop growing when the temperature exceeds 30°C. At this time, the flower pot should be moved to a semi-shady place with smooth air. 5. Apply too much fertilizer

Crab claw orchid has strict requirements on fertilizers during its growth. If too much fertilizer is applied, the leaves will become soft and yellow, and too little will cause the plant to grow. For the normal growth of plants, it is best not to use chemical fertilizers during fertilization. Mainly use decomposed liquid fertilizer. Water each time you fertilize to dilute the concentration of fertilizer. 6. Damage by diseases and insect pests

During the daily maintenance of crab claw orchid, it is prone to damage by some diseases and insect pests. Common ones include rot, leaf blight, aphids, etc. They mainly attack the leaves, causing them to turn yellow and soft. In severe cases, the key parts must be destroyed in a timely manner and carbendazim wettable powder can be used for prevention.