Ludisia discolor

Jewel Orchid

Moderate careTerrestrialNon-toxic10–30 cm

A terrestrial orchid grown for its foliage rather than its flowers. The dark, velvety leaves are traced with fine gold or copper veins that catch the light. It does best in low to medium light with even moisture, and works well in closed terrariums where humidity stays above 60%.

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Care

Light

Shade tolerant(preferred)Indirect light

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)Medium (40–60%)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
18°C – 26°C

Soil

Loamy(preferred)Well draining

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Appearance

Growth habit

Creeping

Leaf shape

Oval

Leaf texture

Velvety

Distribution

Propagation

No description available.