Some of ours have Spanish moss around the roots, others not. Personally, I
think the biggest benefit of the moss is that it enhances the overall look
of the plant. I don't see any difference in growth. Like Al, I have a huge
curvifolium covered at the base with the stuff. It looks great. We use no
media at all for our Vandas.

Diana

"jadel" wrote in message
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On May 4, 7:05 am, gerald wrote:
I recently acquired 3 decent sized used Vandas. 2 were in the
standard slatted wooden boxes. they have air roots about a foot long.
draped with the roots is a mass of Spanish moss.

I've visited several vanda growers in Florida who don't use -any-
growing medium with their vandaceous plants. I use diatomite with
some, but let others grow bare-rooted--literally. They seem to do
fine.

J. Del Col