How to prune arching spider orchid

After blooming ends for spike removal; at repotting for any leafless back-bulb cleanup. Cut spent spikes at the base using sterilised scissors. During repotting, detach only completely dry, leafless back-bulbs at the rhizome. Sterilise blades between cuts and treat wounds with cinnamon powder.

As needed — once per bloom cycle. Brassia arcuigera requires minimal pruning. Remove spent flower spikes at the base once all blooms are finished. Old leafless pseudobulbs may be removed at repotting time. Do not cut healthy green pseudobulbs or foliage — Brassia pseudobulbs actively support root function and future bloom production even after the leaves drop.

Cut spent spikes at the base using sterilised scissors. During repotting, detach only completely dry, leafless back-bulbs at the rhizome. Sterilise blades between cuts and treat wounds with cinnamon powder.