Native to northwestern Madagascar, this terrestrial orchid is often called the “snake orchid” for its striking foliage pattern. In the wild, it grows in sandy coastal forests and can tolerate up to medium light—unlike jewel orchids, which prefer full shade. Keep in mind that too little light will diminish the foliage patterns. These warm-growing plants do well in 2" clay pots with sphagnum moss, which helps prevent root oversaturation. Slow and steady by nature, they are expected to reach blooming size by 2027.

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