Brassavola nodosa dropping leaves at alarming rate...

[Orchid Whisperer]

When I've mounted hybrid Brassavolas such as Little Stars, I've skipped the sphagnum and mounted straight on to wood and the plant thrived, producing many roots. Consider skipping the moss if you feel it is holding too much water and encouraging rot. You will need to mist the roots daily while in active growth.

[judith_arquette]

Originally Posted by Orchid Whisperer

When I've mounted hybrid Brassavolas such as Little Stars, I've skipped the sphagnum and mounted straight on to wood and the plant thrived, producing many roots. Consider skipping the moss if you feel it is holding too much water and encouraging rot. You will need to mist the roots daily while in active growth.

So glad I checked in before getting started! I think that I will take your advice. I'm a chronic over waterer and I think this is my best course of action. Thank you!

Edited:
Its not coming off the mount without a fight and I'm afraid that'll do more harm than good. I removed as much moss as I could and I guess I'll just have to do my best to cut out the bad pbulbs... Wish me success please, I'd really hate to lose this one

[Leafmite]

I wouldn't remove the entire thing from the mount, just remove the moss and any sick pseudobulbs, plus one extra. I had forgotten it was mounted.