Venus slipper orchid Maudiae gx

Grow in an open medium in a shaded position in summer protected from direct sunlight but move to a bright, unshaded position in winter. Maintain high humidity in spring and summer by standing container in a tray of damp pebbles; do not mist. Water regularly in spring and summer, reduce watering in the winter but do not allow compost to dry out completely. Feed regularly with a proprietary orchid fertiliser when in growth but reduce frequency and/or strength of feeding in winter. See indoor orchid cultivation

None required

Propagate by division in spring when plant has at least six new growths and can be divided into clumps of at least three growths

May be affected by aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs

Generally trouble free