Dracula vespertillio 2in net

Mini Dracula (monkey-faced orchid) species indigenous to Panama. Spotty red and beige blooms emerge from the bottom or sides of the plant. Grow hanging to allow blooms to droop down. Draculas can be challenging for indoor growing and are recommended for intermediate-advanced cultivators. Floriferous! Cool-intermediate grower, relatively tolerant of temperatures higher than 85F. Put in a cool shady spot in the greenhouse or in a large terrarium. Blooms at random throughout the growing season. 

Blooming size. Plant pictured is an example showing off the blooms and potential. This was a division from a large older plant. Rooted. 

CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Long fiber sphagnum, fine bark, or mounted with moss. Net pot recommended. These can be sensitive to repotting so it's better to let them get big before dividing. 

Light: Low-medium light. Shade is your friend. These do well in terrariums.

Water: Keep evenly moist and do not allow to get fully dry. 

Temp: Cool-intermediate (50F min night, 85F absolute max day). Prefers cool. 

Humidity: 60-80%, requires high humidity.

Fertilizing: 1/2-1/4 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Stop all fertilizing in winter. General rule: begin in Spring, stop in late Fall.

Photo credit: Andy's