Ludisia (Haemaria) discolor
(2939) Ludisia (Haemaria)-discolor
Genus: | Ludisia (Haemaria) |
Species: | discolor |
Indigenous to: | Burma |
most well-known"Jewel Orchid" noted for its ease of culture, a very attractive plant with a freely branching reddish rhizome, produces rossettes of velvety 3" leaves colored dark green verging on black with reddish undersides, leaves have intense longitudinal pink venation with fine interlocking veins, 18" spikes carry a cylindrical head of up to 2 dozen contorted odd-looking but very attractive white blooms with bright-yellow pollen caps, thrives on standard care, very fragrant
Blooming Season:
Winter Blooming
Light Requirements:
Shade; 500-1500 Footcandles (indirect low light,slight shadowing)
Temperature:
Intermediate to Warm; 58°F min. to 88°F max.
Deciduous:
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