Jewel Orchid, Lightning

Scientific Name: Macodes petola
Common Name: Lightning Jewel Orchid

Jewel Orchids are different from "normal" orchids despite their shared common name. Jewel Orchids are known for their beautiful, rich "jewel-toned" foliage as opposed to their blooms. Other orchids are also epiphytic (grow on trees) in their natural habitats, which is why they need special airy, bark-focused potting mediums when kept as indoor plants. Jewel orchids are perfectly happy living in a soil-based medium (terrestrial). 

The Lightning Jewel Orchid has dark green velvety leaves with golden veining that resembles lightning strikes. It can get up to 6-12" tall and will stay low to the ground with long leaves that can grow 3-6" in length.

Basic Care Notes: Bright, indirect light is best, but avoid direct sunlight. These thrive in terrariums and need a humidity level between 60-80% with regular misting and slightly damp, but not wet soil.

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Due to the unique nature of plants, the one we carefully choose for you won't look exactly like the photos (and it may or may not be actively blooming) but it will be just as beautiful!

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