Body language. Is paph unhappy?

[RoseSD]

Originally Posted by Roberta

For Paphs like the Maudiae type with long straight spikes, they first go through a process of "unfurling" - eventually they sort of "reach for the sky" (assuming someone doesn't strangle them). The bud will nod downward until almost the last minute. They do that so that the bud develops with the correct orientation of pouch relative to the spike and the plant. (It should face outward with pouch down, not looking at the ceiling) At the end of the process a weak spike can be staked, but in general they have a much better chance of growing straight and strong (and so not needing staking) if they are left to grow naturally.

THIS! ❤️
Wish I have read this paragraph earlier, i.e., what to expect of the growth process! But it is never too late with living creatures. Thanks!

[Roberta]

I do think that if you set the bud free right now, it will recover its normal growth habit. But it may take a few days/weeks so be patient with it and let it do its thing.