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Ludisia discolor, Haemaria discolor, Anoectochilus dawsonianus, Myoda rufescens - video

Jeweled Ludisia, Jewel Orchid, Goodyera
Family: Orchidaceae
Origin: India, Indonesia, South East Asia
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeModerate waterEpiphyte plantOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersFragrant plant
Ludisia discolor
Jewel Orchid (Ludisia discolor or Haemaria discolor) thrives in shade, perfect for containers or as an underplanting beneath trees. Easy to care for, it enjoys warmth, humidity, but no direct sun!


Link to this plant:
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Haemaria discolor - Jewel Orchid

Jeweled Ludisia, Jewel Orchid, Goodyera. A true gem of the plant world, Jewel Orchid stuns with deep green leaves crisscrossed by glowing red veins, making it a showstopper even when not in bloom. When it does flower, expect delicate, bell-shaped white blooms with golden centers, lightly fragrant and lasting up to three weeks. This compact, low-growing orchid thrives in shade, perfect for containers or as an underplanting beneath trees. Easy to care for, it enjoys warmth, humidity, and consistent moisture "but no direct sun! A must-have for any plant lover looking for drama and elegance in one.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Home - Houseplant Booster

Grown in
4" or larger pot