I finally found the information that I was searching for. Thought that I'd
share. I got this information from The American Orchid Society
(orchidweb.org), from their FAQ, answered by the Director of Conservation
Ned Nash:
"When most orchids have finished blooming, the spike should be cut off with
a sharp, sterile blade as close to the base of the spike as is practical.
Of all of the more commonly available orchids, only Phalaenopsis (The moth
orchid) will rebloom from its old spike. Phalaenopsis will generally
rebloom give a little extra care. The spike should be cut between the scar
left by the first flower and the last node (swollen, jointed area on the
stem). One of the lower nodes will then initiate a new spike that will
generally produce flowers within eight to 12 weeks. Younger or weaker
plants may not rebloom. It is also a good idea to cut the spike off
entirely by midsummer to allow the plant to grow strongly to produce next
year's bloom".
Mariana
Zone 6b, Brooklyn, NYC
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