jewel orchid anoectochilus roxburghii lindl

🌿 Anoectochilus roxburghii Lindl — Jewel Orchid

✨ Characteristics

Anoectochilus roxburghii belongs to the Orchidaceae family
It originates from Southeast Asia
Its leaves are velvety dark green to almost black
Its veins appear golden or coppery and very bright
It grows in a low creeping rosette
Its flowers are small and white to cream colored

🌱 Growing requirements

It prefers low to moderate light without direct sunlight
It needs high humidity around 80 to 90 percent making it ideal for terrariums
It thrives in a light and very well drained substrate made of sphagnum fine bark perlite and a bit of jewel orchid mix
It grows well between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius
It requires regular watering with soft non calcareous water
It benefits from gentle and constant ventilation

💡 Tips

A clean layer of sphagnum under the roots helps maintain humidity
The substrate should never dry out completely
This jewel orchid is perfect for closed tropical terrariums
It is highly appreciated by collectors for its striking foliage