Dischidia platyphylla wednesday we've rarely seen this variety

we've rarely seen this variety in cultivation

with hints of orange or brown markings on the lip

which adds a striking contrast to the flower

They usually keep just two of their fuzzy-flat leaves

Dischidia platyphylla wednesday we've rarely seen this varietyDischidia platyphylla is a fascinating epiphytic plant species in the Apocynaceae family, native to Southeast Asia. It is best known for its distinctive flat, leaf like structures that resemble small, green pancakes or shingles layered along its stems. These modified leaves are not just for showthey serve a functional role by creating sheltered spaces where ants can live, forming a symbiotic relationship beneficial to both the plant and the insects.