Ludisia discolor, commonly referred to as the jewel orchid, is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia, thriving in humid forest floors. Noted for its dark velvety leaves and subtle white to pale pink flower spikes, this plant is highly favoured for its foliage rather than its blooms.
Distinctive Features
Velvet foliage: Deep maroon to blackish-green leaves with fine coppery pinstripes and a satiny texture.
Compact flower spikes: Produces delicate white flowers with yellow centres on upright stems during late summer to early autumn.
Low, creeping habit: Spreads via short rhizomes, forming attractive clumps ideal for decorative containers.
Care Tips
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but never soggy; reduce watering slightly in winter.
Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity; mist regularly or use a humidity tray.
Media: Use a loose, well-draining orchid mix with added perlite or sphagnum moss.
Temperature: Ideal range is 18–24°C; protect from cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C.
Fertiliser: Apply a diluted orchid fertiliser monthly during active growth (spring–autumn).
Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when root crowding is evident; spring is best.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) 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 costat checkout.
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