How to prune aerangis rhodosticta

After flowers finish, typically in winter or spring. Snip spent flower spikes to the base using sterilised scissors. Trim dead leaves at their attachment point. Keep all aerial roots — they absorb humidity critical to this species' health.

Once per bloom cycle. Aerangis rhodosticta needs very little pruning. After the distinctive white flowers with red column finish, cut the spent spike at the base. Remove dead or yellowing leaves cleanly. As a monopodial epiphyte, it has a single growing tip and extensive aerial roots — never cut the roots or apex.

Snip spent flower spikes to the base using sterilised scissors. Trim dead leaves at their attachment point. Keep all aerial roots — they absorb humidity critical to this species' health.