Orchid With No Stem . Once the roots grow a couple of inches long, gently remove the plantlet with a sterile knife. This is a natural way orchids (and particularly phalaenopsis) propagate themselves. Double Stem purple Orchid 122028 Holliday Flowers & Events from hollidayflowers.com Cut the stem directly above the healthy node or eye. Your orchids look very nice and healthy, i don't think you should toss them. 3 select a pot that has good drainage.