Description
Macodes petola (Blume) Lindl. Was first described by C.L. Blume as
Neottia petola in 1825 based on the binomial naming system Rumphius
\'Folium petolatum\'.
This plant is a Family Orchidaceae, with the genus name Macodes. Of
Genus Macodes there are seven species that spread from Malaysia,
Indonesia, New Guinea to Vanuatu. This plant is found at an
altitude of 100 to 800 meters above sea level, the area lembahan
rainforest partly in shadow of trees and plants growing on the
former or wet humus and soil with good drainage.
This orchid is not like other orchids enjoy beautiful flowers but
in the leaves. The species of this genus, along with other genera
that have colored leaves like Anoectochilus, Eucosia and Goodyera
called "Jewel Orchids". Can be seen that the little green leaves
are dark purple, has a longitudinal veins of gold that sparkles
(inflorescence) and a surface that resembles velvet.
These orchids need high humidity, 50% or more. Media should be
moist enough but that does not mean the media is too wet because
then problems will arise as a result of bacteria and fungi and rot
the roots. Bathroom with good air exchange and indirect sunlight is
a good combination. If not placed near a window that can take the
moisture from the outside. In the cup pot can be placed rocks to
create a buffer so that the water that comes out of the pot can be
accommodated in the cup later when vaporized creating moist
conditions without fear of rotting the roots of plants. Do not
allow the media to dry completely, it takes media moist at all
times. In connection with the needs of light, make sure the orchid
is not exposed to direct sunlight because it will burn the
leaves.
