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Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens
Also Known As
- Ludisia discolor var. nigricans
Plant type
perennial, orchid
size
- H: 3"-12"
- W: 6"-18"
planting zones
- 10b-12
Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens plant details
Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial orchid with black and green foliage. In fall and winter flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens
- Plant type: perennial orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens
- USDA Zones: 10b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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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How to Grow Ludisia discolor var. nigrescens
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- black
Flower Season
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Ludisia for your garden
aka Gonogona discolor, Goodyera discolor, Haemaria discolor, Orchiodes discolor, Jewel Orchid, Species Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-24"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
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