Ludisia discolor Jewel Orchid Starter Plants (2) - Bare Root

About This Plant

Jewel Orchid (Ludisia discolor) is a terrestrial orchid prized for velvety dark green to burgundy leaves with pink to copper-colored veins. It is well suited for terrariums, indoor plant collections, and shaded containers. Plants are tissue culture-grown starter plants with slow root development and lightly established root systems.

What You Will Receive

Two (2) live Ludisia discolor starter plants. These are tissue culture-grown, originally grown in 2-inch nursery pots, and shipped bare root with their original soil pods. The 2-inch pots are not included, and the plants are not fully rooted into the pots upon arrival. Plants are shipped in protective packaging to maintain root health.

Growing or Planting Information

Common Name: Jewel Orchid
Scientific Name: Ludisia discolor
Plant Type: Terrestrial Orchid / Tropical Foliage Plant
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Small white flowers on upright spikes
Sunlight: Bright indirect light to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining orchid or terrestrial orchid mix
Water: Keep soil lightly moist with good drainage
USDA Zone: 10–11

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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