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Pruning guide

How to prune brassia caudata

Best time
After all flowers on the spike have faded
How often
After each bloom cycle; dead leaf removal as needed
Technique
Cut the spent spike at the base with sterile scissors. Optionally wait a few weeks before removing in case a secondary spike emerges from a node. Remove dead or yellowing leaves by cutting cleanly at their base.

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Pruning brassia caudata — FAQ

When should I prune brassia caudata?

After all flowers on the spike have faded. Cut the spent spike at the base with sterile scissors. Optionally wait a few weeks before removing in case a secondary spike emerges from a node. Remove dead or yellowing leaves by cutting cleanly at their base.

How often does brassia caudata need pruning?

After each bloom cycle; dead leaf removal as needed. Brassia caudata, the spider orchid, needs only minimal pruning. Remove spent flower spikes at the base after all blooms have faded — some growers leave spikes in case a secondary spike emerges, but the main spike does not reliably rebloom. Trim any dead, yellowing, or damaged leaves as they appear. Pseudobulbs must stay intact.

How do you prune brassia caudata?

Cut the spent spike at the base with sterile scissors. Optionally wait a few weeks before removing in case a secondary spike emerges from a node. Remove dead or yellowing leaves by cutting cleanly at their base.