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Ludisia orchid
Name - Ludisia (pronounced loo-DISS-ee-a) discolor is its full name,
sometimes called Haemaria discolor. Its common name is jewel orchid. Discolor
means of two distinct colours.
Description - Medium sized ground-growing
orchid bearing lovely reddish green leaves with pale veining. Multiple small white
and yellow flowers appear in winter on the top of tall stems.
Origin
- Indonesia and Indo-China
Family - Orchidaceae
Colour
- White and yellow flowers, leaves as described above.
Care Tips
- Semi-shade conditions to low light. Keep the orchid bark medium moist but not
soggy - it is important that it is well drained - and do not water into the crown
of the plant or on the leaves, as this will spoil their appearance. Mist frequently,
daily if at all possible. It thrives at temperatures of no lower than 13°C
(55°F) and warmer is better. Like most orchids, they like high humidity so
stand on a saucer of wet pebbles and mist frequently, using soft water (filtered,
boiled and cooled or rainwater). Think tropical rainforest.
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