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Botanical names: Dischidia minor, Dischidia nummularia

Common names: Kadul, Button Orchid

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: Malaya, Australia

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeModerate waterEpiphyte plantOrnamental foliage
Dischidia minor (Kadul) lime green leaves with tiny white flower clusters close up.


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Dischidia minor - Kadul, Button Orchid

Climbing by attaching its roots to the host tree, this epiphyte can reach a height 9 ft. It has pendent stems, and small button-like, silver-grey leaves. This little vine has cute little coin shaped leaves. It can be grown as a hanging basket or pot, or on moss or bark. It likes bright light but not direct sun over the plant. The mix needs to be kept moderately dry between waterings. They don't like too much water and misting the plant once or twice a week should do the job. Liquid feeding once a month with half strength is adequate. It is also good for terrariums.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Orchidasm - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
4" or larger pot
7 plants in stock
$29.95