How to prune spider orchid (brassia)

After the flower spike turns completely brown; typically post-bloom rest period. Wait for the spike to brown fully, then cut it at its base with sterilised scissors. Do not cut a green spike — it may still rebloom. Remove dead leaf tissue and old papery pseudobulb sheaths by peeling gently.

Once per bloom cycle; as needed for dead growth. Brassia spider orchids need only modest pruning. After blooming, allow the spike to turn brown naturally before removing it — a green spike may produce another flush of flowers. Once the spike is fully brown, cut it at the base. Remove dead or yellowing leaves and clean up old pseudobulb sheaths as needed.

Wait for the spike to brown fully, then cut it at its base with sterilised scissors. Do not cut a green spike — it may still rebloom. Remove dead leaf tissue and old papery pseudobulb sheaths by peeling gently.