Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
231629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ker Gawl.) Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Javae Nov. Ser. : 95 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230960



Common Names

  • Ludisia discolor
  • Discolor Ludisia
  • Discolor Ludisia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus dawsonianus Low ex Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus ordeanus Jennings [unknown]
  • Kuhlhasseltia carrii Holttum [unknown]
  • Ludisia dawsoniana (Low. ex Rchb.f.) Aver. [unknown]
  • Ludisia furetii Blume [unknown]
  • Ludisia odorata Blume [unknown]
  • Ludisia otletae (Rolfe) Aver. [unknown]
  • Myoda rufescens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Neottia discolor (Ker Gawl.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Orchiodes discolor Kuntze [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor ordeana (Jennings) B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor dawsoniana (H.Low ex Rchb.f.) B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Goodyera ordiana B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor concolor Ridl. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor condorensis Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor denisoniana Kerch. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor grandis Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor rhodoneura Schltr. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor trilineata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Haemaria rubrovenia (B.S.Williams) Rchb.f. ex Stein [unknown]
  • Ludisia discolor ordiana (B.S.Williams) J.M.H.Shaw [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus ordianus hort. [unknown]
  • Dicrophyla elegans Raf. [illegitimate]
  • Gonogona discolor Link [unknown]
  • Goodyera discolor Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Goodyera ordeana Boxall ex Náves [unknown]
  • Goodyera rodigasciana L.Linden. [unknown]
  • Goodyera rubrovenia B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Haemaria dawsoniana Haasselb. [unknown]
  • Haemaria discolor Lindl. [unknown]
  • Haemaria otletae Rolfe [unknown]
  • Haemaria pauciflora Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Ludisia discolor (Ker Gawl.) Blume [deprecated]
  • Haemaria dawsoniana (H.Low ex Rchb.f.) Hook.f. [deprecated]

Description

Ludisia discolor (also called 'Jewel orchid', 'Jewel ludisia' and 'Jewel ludisia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a shade-loving plant, typically found in humid, low-light environments.

Uses & Benefits

Ludisia discolor is an ornamental plant used in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known to have medicinal properties, such as being an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ludisia discolor has a pink and white flower with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ludisia discolor is a tropical plant that prefers a warm and humid environment. It should be grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded location. Propagation is done by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ludisia discolor

Ludisia discolor is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Ludisia discolor FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Ludisia discolor?

The ideal temperature for Ludisia discolor is between 10-20°C.

What type of soil is best for Ludisia discolor?

Ludisia discolor prefers a soil that is well-draining, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic.

How much light does Ludisia discolor need?

Ludisia discolor needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Ludisia genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-115489: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
John Bellenden Ker Gawler (1764-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ker Gawl.' in the authors string.