How to prune ludisia discolor 'alba'

After flowering for spike removal; spring for pinching leggy growth. Cut spent flower spikes at the base with sterile scissors. To control legginess, pinch or cut the growing tip just above a leaf node in spring — the cut stem can be rooted as a cutting. Remove dead or yellowing leaves as they appear.

Spike removal after each bloom; pinching as needed for shape. Ludisia discolor 'Alba' is a jewel orchid grown for its foliage. It rarely needs pruning beyond removing spent flower spikes and dead leaves. Cut flower spikes at the base after blooms fade. Leggy stems can be pinched back to encourage bushier growth, and stem cuttings root easily in moist medium if the plant gets too tall.

Cut spent flower spikes at the base with sterile scissors. To control legginess, pinch or cut the growing tip just above a leaf node in spring — the cut stem can be rooted as a cutting. Remove dead or yellowing leaves as they appear.