Ludisia discolor

Ludisia discolor (Ker Gawl.) A.Rich. in J.B.G.Bory de Saint-Vincent, Dict. Class. Hist. Nat. 7: 437 (1825).

Synonyms: Haemaria Lindl., Orchid. Scelet.: 9 (1826).

Distribution: China, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Borneo, Malaysia, Philippines, Sumatra

Common name: Jewel Orchid

This species is also know as a Jewel Orchid. Ludisia discolor is a semi terrestrial or lithophyte species of the shady forest. The plants should be grown in a well drained media that will stay damp but not wet. In winter, the plants can be deciduous and should be dried out, with just sufficient water to stop them shrivelling.

On appearance of new growth, a repot into fresh media is beneficial. A shallow tray will allow the rhizome to spread out.