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Dracula monkey

Dracula monkey

Prolific bloomer

  • Light:☀️
  • Temperature:🌡️
  • Water:
    💦  💦  💦
  • Dormancy period: no
  • Location: Windowsill/greenhouse
22,50€ - 22,50€
22,50€
22,50€ - 22,50€
22,50€

incl. German VAT plus shipping costs
For cross-border deliveries, the rules of the respective EU country apply.

Delivery time:

DE: 2-3 business days (weather permitting)
EU: 3-5 business days (weather permitting)

This image is for illustrative purposes only. The actual plant may differ in shape and color from the image. Plants are shipped without flowers.

Description

Dracula monkey

Name: Dracula simia (Luer) Luer

Synonyms: Masdevallia simia Luer

Etymology: The genus name Dracula translates as "little dragon"; simia means "monkey" and refers to the striking center of the flower, which resembles a monkey's face.

Origin/Distribution: This species originates from Ecuador and Peru.

Location/Habitat: We cultivate Dracula simia in cool to intermediate conditions at approximately 12–21 °C, with very high humidity, bright filtered light, and continuous gentle air movement. We keep the fine, airy substrate consistently moist.

Description and Notes: The distinctive flowers possess long sepal tips and a contrasting center, which gives the species its well-known "monkey face" appearance. The inflorescences grow laterally to pendulously; therefore, airy basket cultivation is particularly suitable. We avoid prolonged heat and letting the plant dry out completely.