How to prune coelogyne flaccida

Immediately after flowering ends, typically late spring. Cut spent spikes at their base with sterile scissors or a clean blade. If any pseudobulbs become completely hollow and papery, carefully detach and discard them. Leave all firm pseudobulbs — even old ones — in place.

Once per year after flowering. Coelogyne flaccida is a low-pruning orchid. Remove spent pendant flower spikes at their base once blooming ends. Healthy pseudobulbs must not be cut — they feed next season's flowering. No further pruning is required. Focus care energy on appropriate cool temperatures and seasonal dry rest instead.

Cut spent spikes at their base with sterile scissors or a clean blade. If any pseudobulbs become completely hollow and papery, carefully detach and discard them. Leave all firm pseudobulbs — even old ones — in place.