These jewel orchid flowers bloom during the late fall and early spring season and they are terrestrial, meaning they grow on the ground, unlike their epiphytic orchid cousins.
Botanical Name Ludisia discolor
Common Names Jewel Orchid, Black Jeweled Ludisia
Origin Southeast Asia
Family Orchidaceae
Plant Type Terrestrial flowering Perennial plant
Full Size Ranges from 10 inches to 12 inches tall
Sun Exposure Partial, Indirect Sunlight
Soil Type Well-draining, rich soil mix