orchid growing leaves on flower stem?

[loobyloo123]

My mums orchid has grown two leaves on the end of a flower stem. Also it is growing what looks like a couple of roots behind the two leaves. Anyone know anything about orchids, as I don't know what to do with it?

[Hawkwalk]

do you know which type of orchid it is?

[johntaylor99]

Most orchids produce roots below the leaves and if a root like stem appears from between the leaves it is normally a new flowering shoot and should be turned to it upright.
johntaylor99

[tinpotLizzie]

In their native habitats orchids usually grow on trees. They put out many aerial roots to gather moisture from the air & like humidity. Sometimes potted ones have roots hanging over the edge & appreciate regular misting with tepid rain water (or cooled boiled water). You can usually tell which are flower stems as they are dk green whereas roots are light grey/brownish.