SPECIMEN NO. #40 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Orchidaceae

Ludisia discolor

Common Name: Jewel Orchid

Ludisia discolor (Jewel Orchid) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:

Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Medium to Low
Minimum Light Requirement 500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 2000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 5 Days
Temperature Envelope 18°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 70% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 8002439
Native Biogeographical Range
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