Ludisia Discolor (Jewel Orchid)

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
3. Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Ludisia is a genus of orchids that contains just one species, Ludisia discolor, commonly referred to as jewel orchid.
• They are native to Southern China, Northeast India, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Burma, and are often cultivated.
• They are terrestrial orchids that in their natural setting would be found growing on the forest floor.
• They are known for their foliage, which is often velvety deep maroon with red veins that run parallel to the center of the leaf..

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• A good orchid potting mix should be fine, ideally one that contains some organic material.
• Make sure the drainage is good to avoid rotting their roots.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER

• These plants should regularly be fed with a balanced, diluted fertilizer like a 20-20-20.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Medium Light Levels.
• Not overly fussy, but you need to avoid bright direct sunlight and dark low light gloom.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• Water well and then don't water again until the top of the potting mix has dried out.
• Temperature warm rooms are needed as they don't like the cold.

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