Ludisia discolor var. ‘Nigrescens’ – Black Jewel Orchid (2″ Pot)

Ludisia discolor var. ‘Nigrescens’ , a rare form of the popular Jewel orchid, is a lovely houseplant featuring velvety, dark olive green foliage with a central stripe. Spikes of white flowers bloom up to 12” above the foliage.

Prefers a consistently moist, but not waterlogged, heavy peat-based potting medium. Loves medium to bright indirect light in the home, ideally in an east or north facing window.

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Ludisia discolor var. ‘Nigrescens’ , a rare form of the popular Jewel orchid, is a lovely houseplant featuring velvety, dark olive green foliage with a central stripe. Spikes of white flowers bloom up to 12” above the foliage.

Prefers a consistently moist, but not waterlogged, heavy peat-based potting medium. Loves medium to bright indirect light in the home, ideally in an east or north facing window.

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