Dischidia imbricata is native to Southeast Asia and typically found creeping up trees in humid forests. It is celebrated for its ability to cling flat against bark, with leaves that overlap like roof shingles—an adaptation to maximise surface contact and moisture retention.
Distinctive Features
Leaf structure: Rounded, convex leaves that lie flush against surfaces, forming an imbricated or tiled effect.
Flowering: Produces small, pale yellow or cream-coloured blooms tucked beneath the foliage, often unnoticed.
Growth habit: A slow-to-moderate-growing climbing epiphyte or lithophyte, ideal for mounting or terrarium culture.
Care Tips
Light: Prefers bright, filtered light; avoid direct sun which can scorch the foliage.
Water: Keep evenly moist during the growing season; reduce slightly in cooler months but do not allow to dry out completely.
Humidity: High humidity (above 60%) is essential for best growth and leaf adherence.
Media: Mount on bark or grow in a very airy orchid mix with sphagnum and perlite; excellent drainage is critical.
Temperature: Thrives between 18–28°C and should be protected from cold draughts or temperatures below 10°C.
Fertiliser: Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertiliser monthly during the active growth period.
Repotting: Rarely needed if mounted; if potted, repot only when growth becomes congested.
Additional Notes
Ideal for terrarium or vivarium environments due to its compact size and humidity preference.
Its shingling behaviour is most pronounced when grown on vertical mounts with consistent moisture and airflow.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
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Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
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