Ludisia

( loo - DIS - ee - uh )

At-A-Glance Information

This genus of terrestrial orchid plants with velvety foliage commonly in green and maroon colors. They are commonly called Jewel Orchid. Flowers produced are small, but they appear along stalks that rise up high above the foliage and last for a month or longer. These plants need high humidity, low-light conditions and warm temperatures to really thrive. These plants are considered endangered due to climate change and poaching.

Ludisia Species and Varietals

The genus Ludisia includes just two species, and is a member of the plant family Orchidaceae. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Ludisia discolor (Jewel Orchid)
​This species has many popularly collected varietals, listed below.
'Alba'
​'Dawsoniana'
'Nigrescens'
(Black Velvet)
'Nigrescens Ambrosia'

Ludisia ravanii
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Caring for Ludisia

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Colocasia plants are susceptible to the following issues and pests:​
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For more information on these problems, including how to correct them, see the following links.
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