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07-07-2008, 09:20 PM
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Ludisia discolor
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'.
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07-07-2008, 09:23 PM
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Yes it is! Does your plant grow like little cigars? I mean the stems.
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07-07-2008, 09:37 PM
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Yes it is! Does your plant grow like little cigars? I mean the stems.
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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! |
07-07-2008, 10:25 PM
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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  |
07-07-2008, 10:48 PM
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Very nice Mauro. Neat little bloomer too as the blooms last a long time too.
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07-08-2008, 12:22 PM
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mauro! you surprised me with that jewel.
i was expecting a catteleya. lol
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07-08-2008, 12:55 PM
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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.
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07-09-2008, 02:36 PM
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mauro! you surprised me with that jewel.
i was expecting a catteleya. lol
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You see? As Ross said some time ago when I posted a Paphio, there's life (beyond Cattleya!  ) below the equator!  |
07-09-2008, 02:40 PM
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Very nice. Now I have an idea of how to take photos of mine the next time it blooms! Thanks for the inspiration.
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