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Hand-Pollinating Phalaenopsis: Pollinia Handling and Plant Impact

Pollinia Preparation

Ensure pollinia are removed from their sheath. They should be soft and squashable. The sticky stipe (at one end) holds pairs together and attaches to insects in nature.

Plant Health

Pollinating one flower on a strong, healthy plant does not significantly weaken it or inhibit rebloom.

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