I just got an Orchid and I was wondering how to propagate it?

If they are orchids with pseudo-bulbs like cattleya, dendrobiums, you could subdivide the plant into several plants each with at least 3 pseudobulbs. Replant each in a separate container with the right potting medium



If they are monopodials like vanda, ascocenda, aranda, you could top cut the the top 1 to 1-1/2 ft of the plant and replant that, the bottom part will produce baby orchids. Often Monopodials when they are big enough, will produce baby orchids. You could cut these plantlets when they are big enough and when they have roots.



You could also pollinate the seeds, however some hyrbids are infertile. You could try by pollinating the seeds. Harvest the seed pods and when ripe enough you could sow the seeds along the base of the mother plant. If you are lucky plantlets may grow. Or you could try engaging the services of a nursery to sow the seeds for you. A seed pod can carry several thousands of orchid seeds. From seeds to blooming may sometimes take as much as 5-8 years.

I just got an Orchid and I was wondering how to propagate it?
If there are no instructions that came with the plant, I would call a nursery/garden shop and they should have a pamphlet on how to or someone may explain how to. Also you can go to the Library and see if there are any books on how to grow Orchids. I'm sure there's a section on Propagation.
Reply:We have orchids that have lasted for several years and they seem to like the kitchen window cill that gets a defused light (not direct sunlight), but I know a lot of people who just can't keep them - so I suggest as you have just got your orchid, wait and see if it survives before thinking of propagating it. If it does survive then go to your local library and borrow a book on orchids which should tell you all what needs to be done. Hope this helps you.
Reply:Before doing anything too complicated, try this. Take a good sized cutting (6-8 inches) off of your orchid and try to root it in a glass of water. Make sure it gets some light and don't let it dry out. It will probably take a while, but I have seen it work.
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