Ludisia discolor (Black Jewel orchid) in bloom

[Leisurely]

Be sure to let the cut sections dry for a few days to callous so they don't rot. A little rooting hormone also helps to initiate roots.

[RosieC]

Originally Posted by Leisurely

Be sure to let the cut sections dry for a few days to callous so they don't rot. A little rooting hormone also helps to initiate roots.

Not thought of that, I think I do it anyway without meaning to. Usually in my case the pieces have fallen off, rather than been cut and I leave them lying around a few days simply because I don't get around to doing anything with them straight away. I'll have to remember to do it purposefully in the future

[Bud]

The ever faithful blooming plant. This time it gave me 12 spikes. Even the newly sprouted growths flowered in sync with the others. What is really disappointing are the leaves. It never got over the aphid infestation. I hope I get it to grow more leaves since even without the flower the leaves can stand alone as a decorative centerpiece. I am particularly proud of this orchid plant because I started this as a tiny small seedling (see the very first pictures).

[Yazz]

Bud, thank you for letting us watch the Ludisia discolor grow over the years. Beautiful orchid!

[WhiteRabbit]

Wonderful!

[Leisurely]

I have a plant that I have had for a number of years that just seemed to languish and never did really well. I re-potted it in mid summer using quality long fiber sphagnum moss. It stays very moist but never soggy and I am amazed how it has improved. A friend of mine has one growing in her kitchen window for years in plain water and it looks good.

[Bud]

Originally Posted by Yazz

Bud, thank you for letting us watch the Ludisia discolor grow over the years. Beautiful orchid!

Thank You Yazz!!!!

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Originally Posted by WhiteRabbit

Wonderful!

Thank You, Sonya!

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Originally Posted by Leisurely

I have a plant that I have had for a number of years that just seemed to languish and never did really well. I re-potted it in mid summer using quality long fiber sphagnum moss. It stays very moist but never soggy and I am amazed how it has improved. A friend of mine has one growing in her kitchen window for years in plain water and it looks good.

Thank You, Jerry!

[No-Pro-mwa]

Dame little bugs. Nice blooms however.

[va.orchids]

I think I'll put mine in water for a while and see if it perks up. Thanks for the information.

[Leisurely]

Originally Posted by va.orchids

I think I'll put mine in water for a while and see if it perks up. Thanks for the information.

Should work Va.orchids. This plant seems to have the ability to absorb moisture through the succulent stems even without the help of roots. Let us know your results.