Dischidia nummularia is an epiphytic climbing plant that belongs to the genus Dischidia. It has tiny lens shaped leaves, and is frequently seen on the trunks of trees. In the wild it is found in Asia and Australia. Dischidia nummularia which also carries the common names of “string of nickels” or “button orchid” and is one of over 80 species of Dischidia. The Dischidia nummularia plant comes from the Apocynaceae family and is a tropical, climbing, vining succulent tender perennial. Dischidia plants grow much like epiphytic orchids, supported by branches and tree trunks. In some settings, they may grow on rocky limestone hillsides. These attractive, tropical epiphytes are easy to grow in a home or office setting and are excellent hanging basket succulent plants.
Be vigilant about watering these succulents. These plants like to be kept consistently moist, but never soggy. Dischidia plants require high humidity and should be misted daily and/or placed on a pebble tray with water. As the water evaporates, humidity will rise around the plant.
“String Of Nickels” prefer a half a day of filtered sun. Direct sunlight can be tolerated for short periods of time, but no more than two hours.
Fertilizer is unnecessary, but repot plants annually as it will use up the nutrients contained in its planting medium. If desired, you can add a half dose of standard, liquid houseplant food to the soaking water during the growing season (early spring through early autumn).
Use chunks of coconut husk or shredded bark as a growing medium. A standard orchid mix will work well.
Usual household temperatures between 65°- 80°F (18.3°-26.7°C). If you choose to put the plant outside, it will need bringing in if temperatures drop below 10°C.
