Dracula simia
About
Dracula simia, known also as the monkey-like Dracula, is an epiphytic orchid originally described as part of the genus Masdevallia, but later reclassified as part of genus Dracula. The arrangement of column, petals and lip resembles a monkey's face. The plant blooms at any season with several flowers on the inflorescence that open successively. Flowers are fragrant with the scent of a ripe orange. The monkey orchid is native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia. Although it was first documented in Ecuador, its natural habitat extends across these three countries. Currently, this orchid is in danger of extinction due to habitat destruction and over-collection.
- Family
- Orchidaceae
How to use it
The monkey orchid is primarily valued for its ornamental beauty. Its unique appearance makes it a popular choice for collectors and enthusiasts of exotic plants. However, due to its endangered status, it is crucial to support conservation efforts to protect its natural habitat.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Gardening tip
If you're lucky enough to grow a monkey orchid, remember that it thrives as an epiphyte, so plant it in a well-draining medium and provide support for it to cling to, like a tree branch or a moss pole.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dracula simia
- Slug
- dracula-simia
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Genus
- Dracula
- Species
- simia
- Wikidata QID
- Q4460562
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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