Orchids
Black Jewel Orchid (Ludisia discolor)
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Black Jewel Orchid (Ludisia discolor)
While the jewel orchid does produce small white or cream-colored flowers on slender stems, the foliage steals the show with its unique beauty.
Getting the lighting right is key to Ludisia discolor care. This orchid thrives in low to moderate light conditions, preferring filtered light over direct sun. A bit of gentle morning sun works well, but intense direct sunlight can scorch the leaves and ruin their velvety texture.
Unlike many orchids that require specialized bark mixes, Ludisia discolor grows well in a rich, well-draining potting soil blend.
While the jewel orchid does produce small white or cream-colored flowers on slender stems, the foliage steals the show with its unique beauty.
Getting the lighting right is key to Ludisia discolor care. This orchid thrives in low to moderate light conditions, preferring filtered light over direct sun. A bit of gentle morning sun works well, but intense direct sunlight can scorch the leaves and ruin their velvety texture.
Unlike many orchids that require specialized bark mixes, Ludisia discolor grows well in a rich, well-draining potting soil blend.
Lightning Jewel Orchid (Macodes Petola)
This unique orchid is indigenous to rainforests in Southeast Asia including Malaysia and numerous Pacific islands. It lives in forest shade at lower altitudes where it bathes in a warm, moist environment.
Bright or moderate, indirect light and warm temperatures of 65-85 year-round are essential to providing good Macodes petola care. The soil should be loose and well-aerated with good water retention; it should never become overly dry or soggy. Fertilize lightly on a regular basis and provide moderate to high humidity.
Bright or moderate, indirect light and warm temperatures of 65-85 year-round are essential to providing good Macodes petola care. The soil should be loose and well-aerated with good water retention; it should never become overly dry or soggy. Fertilize lightly on a regular basis and provide moderate to high humidity.
B. Little Stars (Brassavola nodosa x cordata)
B. Little Stars (Brassavola nodosa x cordata)
Brassavola is in the Cattleya Alliance. Brassavola Little Stars is a popular hybrid (nodosa x cordata), first made and registered by Ernest Hetherington of Stewart Orchids. Brassavola nodosa is commonly known as the lady-of-the-night orchid because of its evening fragrance, and the hybrid is equally blessed.
Brassavola is in the Cattleya Alliance. Brassavola Little Stars is a popular hybrid (nodosa x cordata), first made and registered by Ernest Hetherington of Stewart Orchids. Brassavola nodosa is commonly known as the lady-of-the-night orchid because of its evening fragrance, and the hybrid is equally blessed.
- Perfect options for beginners because they are one of the easiest orchids to care for.
- Brassavola if you want to be rewarded with year-round blooms.
- Thrives in strong, bright light.
- Can handle some direct sunlight without issues.
- If the leaves turn deep green, this is a sign that they are not getting enough light.
- They prefer warm temperatures and cannot tolerate temperatures below 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
- They bloom better when kept in a warmer environment.
- Can handle slightly less humid environments compared to other orchids.
- They are happy when humidity sits between 40 and 70 percent.
- Need less water than other orchids.
- If grown in a container, use a potting soil mix that is specifically for orchids.
- The mix should contain materials that drain quickly, sphagnum moss, lava rock, and tree fern
- Brassavola is pollinated by moths.