Pruning guide
How to prune bulbophyllum falcatum
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Pruning bulbophyllum falcatum — FAQ
When should I prune bulbophyllum falcatum?
After flowering for spike removal; after blooming for division if needed. Cut finished flower spikes at the base with sterilised scissors. Remove dead leaves by cutting cleanly at the pseudobulb base. If dividing, ensure each division has at least three pseudobulbs before separating.
How often does bulbophyllum falcatum need pruning?
Spike removal after each bloom; division every few years if needed. Bulbophyllum falcatum is a miniature sympodial orchid that needs almost no pruning. Remove spent flower spikes at the base once blooms fade — the spikes will not rebloom. Trim dead or yellowing leaves as they appear. Pseudobulbs must remain untouched. The plant spreads via rhizome and only needs division when it outgrows its mount or pot.
How do you prune bulbophyllum falcatum?
Cut finished flower spikes at the base with sterilised scissors. Remove dead leaves by cutting cleanly at the pseudobulb base. If dividing, ensure each division has at least three pseudobulbs before separating.