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You will receive a similar plant to the one photographed and not necessarily the same. If you would like a photo of the exact plant we are sending, just drop us a line! Pots and plants are sold separately unless otherwise specified in the listing.
An absolute showstopper. Macodes petola is a terrestrial jewel orchid prized not for its blooms but for its lightning-veined leaves that shimmer like gold filigree. Native to Southeast Asian rainforests, it grows close to the forest floor—meaning it thrives in lower light and high humidity. This isn’t your typical orchid—it’s a collector’s dream with a luxurious vibe, but it’s surprisingly easy to keep happy if you get the basics right.
Plant Care Light: Prefers bright, indirect light or dappled shade—think rainforest floor vibes. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch those precious leaves.
Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but never soggy. Let the top layer dry very slightly before watering again. Rainwater or filtered water is ideal.
Temperature: Thrives in 18–26°C. Avoid temperature swings or cold draughts. It loves a cosy, stable spot.
Potting: Our Thirst Trap mix is ideal—moisture-retentive but airy enough to prevent root rot.
Hot tips: Loves humidity—aim for 60–80%. This is a prime candidate for a terrarium or display case, but also does well in bathrooms or grouped with other humidity-loving plants. Don’t repot too often—Jewel Orchids prefer to be slightly snug.
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Macodes petola – Jewel Orchid
An absolute showstopper. Macodes petola is a terrestrial jewel orchid prized not for its blooms but for its lightning-veined leaves that shimmer like gold filigree. Native to Southeast Asian rainforests, it grows close to the forest floor—meaning it thrives in lower light and high humidity. This isn’t your typical orchid—it’s a collector’s dream with a luxurious vibe, but it’s surprisingly easy to keep happy if you get the basics right.
Plant Care Light: Prefers bright, indirect light or dappled shade—think rainforest floor vibes. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch those precious leaves.
Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but never soggy. Let the top layer dry very slightly before watering again. Rainwater or filtered water is ideal.
Temperature: Thrives in 18–26°C. Avoid temperature swings or cold draughts. It loves a cosy, stable spot.
Potting: Our Thirst Trap mix is ideal—moisture-retentive but airy enough to prevent root rot.
Hot tips: Loves humidity—aim for 60–80%. This is a prime candidate for a terrarium or display case, but also does well in bathrooms or grouped with other humidity-loving plants. Don’t repot too often—Jewel Orchids prefer to be slightly snug.
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Every plant is uniqueThe plant you receive will be similar to the one photographed, but not identical. Want to see the exact plant? Get in touch and we’ll happily send you a photo. Rescue plants may have cosmetic damage and are pictured using a healthy example.
Delivery across Great Britain
Live plants travel via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Non-plant items travel via Tracked 48 unless they are packed with a plant.
Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm are normally dispatched the following day. Orders placed on Saturday are dispatched on Monday.
Cost: £6.99 flat-rate shipping. Click & Collect from our Bristol shop is free.
Local Bristol delivery: Available on orders over £20 for eligible postcodes at checkout and normally completed by our team within 48 hours. Please provide a safe place.
