Preparing the nodes
We have tried the following technique with Phaius tankervilleae and it works very good. One of our course participants successfully propagated his Phalaenopsis in peat. You can have a look at a photo of his young Phalaenopsis and his procedure when you click on the button below.
Suitable are nodes, which you cut with 3 cm below and above of the eye on the flower stalk. It is very important to us a very sharp knife because otherwise the tissue will be hurt to much. Next you have to remove the bract covering the node carefully.
Place the nodes in soil:
Place the prepared node in soil horizontal, the node should be on the highest point.
Moisten it well and close the box with plastic foil like the picture below shows.
Further care:
Place the box with the nodes on a bright warm place and prevent direct sun. Check them every 3-4 days if they are moisten enough.
fresh nodes
4 weeks later
further 4 weeks later
further 2 weeks later