Pruning guide
How to prune titan arum
Best time
After the leaf or inflorescence naturally collapses
How often
Once per growth cycle, at die-back
Technique
Use a sterile, sharp blade to sever the dead stalk at corm level. Wipe the cut surface dry and allow it to callous before returning the corm to storage or its growing medium.
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Pruning titan arum — FAQ
When should I prune titan arum?
After the leaf or inflorescence naturally collapses. Use a sterile, sharp blade to sever the dead stalk at corm level. Wipe the cut surface dry and allow it to callous before returning the corm to storage or its growing medium.
How often does titan arum need pruning?
Once per growth cycle, at die-back. Titan Arum produces a single massive leaf or an inflorescence per growth cycle, then dies back to its corm. No pruning is needed or useful. Once the leaf or spent spathe collapses, cut the stalk cleanly at the base. Remove any rotting or damaged tissue promptly.
How do you prune titan arum?
Use a sterile, sharp blade to sever the dead stalk at corm level. Wipe the cut surface dry and allow it to callous before returning the corm to storage or its growing medium.