Dischidia vidalii × sp. Camiguin Island – Aerial Rooted Marvel with Textured Foliage (NOT for WA)

Pendant Vine Hybrid with Rounded Succulent Leaves

Dischidia vidalii × sp. Camiguin Island is a fascinating hybrid epiphyte native to the humid tropical forests of the Philippines, particularly the volcanic Camiguin Island. This plant thrives in arboreal niches where it clings to tree bark, producing trailing stems and rounded, leathery leaves. It is a lesser-known member of the *Apocynaceae* family and valued for its adaptability as a houseplant and its unusual foliage textures.

Distinctive Features

• Foliage: Produces small, ovate to circular, succulent-like leaves with a glossy surface, typically arranged in pairs along trailing stems.
• Growth Habit: Naturally pendent and mat-forming, it can spill elegantly from hanging baskets or crawl across a mount.
• Adaptability: Thrives in mounted or potted setups and tolerates moderate neglect, making it popular among tropical plant collectors.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate dappled sun but avoid harsh midday rays.
• Water: Allow the top layer of the medium to dry out between watering; reduce frequency in cooler seasons.
• Humidity: Appreciates elevated humidity levels, ideally above 60%.
• Media: Use a coarse, airy epiphytic mix such as orchid bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss.
• Temperature: Ideal range is 18–27°C; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 12°C.
• Fertiliser: Apply a diluted balanced fertiliser monthly during the growing season.
• Repotting: Rarely needs repotting unless it outgrows its mount or container; handle roots gently.

Additional Notes

• Excellent choice for vertical displays or hanging containers in terrarium-style environments.
• Not known to be toxic to pets, but ingestion is discouraged.
• May produce tiny, urn-shaped flowers though flowering is infrequent in indoor settings.

This hybrid offers a captivating combination of compact growth and ornamental foliage, making it an outstanding selection for tropical plant enthusiasts and collectors of unique epiphytes. With the right environment, Dischidia vidalii × sp. Camiguin Island is both resilient and visually rewarding.