Name: Dracula aphrodes Luer & R.Escobar

Etymology: The genus name Dracula means “little dragon.” The specific epithet aphrodes means “frothy” and refers to the structure of the lip.

First described: 1989 by Carlyle A. Luer and Rodrigo Escobar.

Origin/distribution: Colombia.

Location/habitat: Epiphytic on wet, moss-covered trees in the cloud forests of the Pacific Andes, at elevations of approximately 1,800–2,000 m. The species prefers temperatures of around 10–20 °C, high humidity, shaded light, and constant air movement.

Description and notes: Flowers appear sequentially on upright flower spikes and display the typical spread-out Dracula form with long sepals. A fine, airy, and consistently slightly moist substrate is suitable. Avoid heat, stagnant air, and prolonged drying out.