Dividing a Large Cymbidium: Pseudobulb Division Technique

Control Size by Division

Large Cymbidium? Divide into 3–4 pseudobulb sections. Each needs leaves + roots.

How to Split

1. Unpot; find rhizome connections between pseudobulbs.
2. Cut rhizome with sterile tool.
3. Each division: 3–4 bulbs, own leaves, own roots.
4. Pot separately.

Timing

Best at new growth emergence. Display tip: pedestal for cascading leaves.

Non-Cymbidium?

Most sympodial orchids divide similarly. Phalaenopsis (monopodial) cannot.