Venus slipper orchid Pinocchio gx

Grow in terrestrial orchid compost with added crushed bark in pots that restrict the roots. In summer provide bright filtered light, water freely and apply orchid fertiliser at every third watering. Do not mist. In winter provide full light and water sparingly. See Paphiopedilum cultivation

No pruning required, remove flowered spikes as necessary

Propagate by division into clumps of three or more growths; cuttings or offshoots may be rooted successfully

Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs

Generally disease free