Ludisia discolor

[Rosim_in_BR]

This is well known with its patterned leaves. Really hardy plant, it grows well no matter where it is. It is more like a weed than an orchid! The small white flowers are interesting with their twisted column. Also known as one of the so called 'jewel orchids'.

[Ross]

Yes it is! Does your plant grow like little cigars? I mean the stems.

[Rosim_in_BR]

Originally Posted by Ross

Yes it is! Does your plant grow like little cigars? I mean the stems.

Yes, Ross, it is in its blood! The stem rolls and rolls! And considering that the stems can easily break, it is a problem to repot. But then, if you plant the pieces they become a new whole plant! I already gave pieces and pieces away and still have four or five pots!

[justatypn]

These jewels have incredible lighting leaf changes. The blooms are the cutiest. Cute it back and watch it produce over and over. Great Mauro, can I get this affect from my throw-away camera

[bellini girl]

Very nice Mauro. Neat little bloomer too as the blooms last a long time too.

Lecent

[snow]

mauro! you surprised me with that jewel.
i was expecting a catteleya. lol

[Royal]

Beautiful photos! Sometimes I forget that the seasons are opposite below the equator. It's kind of neat to see your winter bloomers while it's HOT here.

[Rosim_in_BR]

Originally Posted by snow

mauro! you surprised me with that jewel.
i was expecting a catteleya. lol

You see? As Ross said some time ago when I posted a Paphio, there's life (beyond Cattleya! ) below the equator!

[Tindomul]

Very nice. Now I have an idea of how to take photos of mine the next time it blooms! Thanks for the inspiration.