Water sparingly during active growth, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant period (autumn and winter) to prevent root rot.

Ensure excellent drainage to avoid waterlogging, which is detrimental to this orchid.

Pruning is generally not required for Himantoglossum adriaticum. Remove any dead or dried foliage at the end of the growing season to maintain plant health and prevent potential fungal issues.

Ensure cuts are clean and disinfected if necessary.

Propagation is primarily done through division of tubers during repotting. Separate mature tubers carefully, ensuring each division has at least one viable growth point.

Allow the divisions to dry for a day or two before repotting to prevent rot.

Repot Himantoglossum adriaticum every 2-3 years, or when the potting medium has degraded or the tubers are overcrowding the pot. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as a bark-based substrate with added perlite.

Repot in early spring before new growth begins.