Plant with the crowns just above the surface and cover with moss to prevent the uppermost roots from drying out. Grow under glass or indoors epiphytically in a mix of 1 part fibrous loam, 1 part coarse sand and 2-3 parts leaf mould with a little charcoal. Filtered light, constant temperature (min 16°C) and high humidity are required in summer, and full light in winter. In the growing season water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser. Can be grown outdoors epiphytically in a warm, moist site or in moist, coarse, humus-rich soil
Propagate by seed sown at 24-27°C as soon as ripe; seeds can take months to germinate. Propagate by
division in winter. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
May be susceptible to leaf spot