Dracula villegasii

Dracula villegasii is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Dracula.

Description

Plant blooms in the summer.

Distribution

Plants are found in Antioquia, Colombia

Culture

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

Naming

Entomology: The species is named after its discoverer Francisco Villegas.

Common Names: Villegas Dracula