Dracula marsupialis

Dracula marsupialis is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Dracula.

Description

Plant blooms in the spring with several successive 7 cm wide flowers. The distinguishing features of this species include its short hairs and its pouch shaped lip.

Distribution

Plants are found growing in the wet montane forest of Ecuador at elevations of 2000 to 2200 meters.

Culture

Keep plant in partial shade. Plant can be grown in cold to cool conditions. Pot the plant in fine bark with perlite or sphagnum moss. Water regularly and keep potting media moist.

Naming

Common Names: The Marsupial Like Dracula

References

• Hermans, Johan & Clare. Orchid Digest special publication: An Annotation Checklist on the Genus Dracula. Orchid Digest Corp., 1997.