Dracula cochliops
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This image is for illustration purposes only. The actual plant may vary in shape and color from the image as they are propagated from seeds. Plants are shipped without flowers.
Plant and Pot size:
Discover me in the Nursery:
This image is for illustration purposes only. The actual plant may vary in shape and color from the image as they are propagated from seeds. Plants are shipped without flowers.
Dracula cochliops is a captivating and distinctive orchid species known for its unique and visually intriguing characteristics. Native to the cloud forests of South America, particularly in countries like Ecuador and Colombia, this orchid thrives in cool and misty montane environments. What sets Dracula cochliops apart is its charming and whimsical flowers. The name "Dracula" is fitting, as the blossoms of this orchid often resemble the face of a little vampire, complete with a hanging lip that looks like a bat's nose or fangs. The flowers typically have intricate patterns, often in shades of brown, green, and white, with a delightful fragrance that adds to their allure. This orchid is epiphytic in nature, meaning it grows on trees and rocks, and it is highly adapted to its cloud forest habitat. Cultivating Dracula cochliops can be a rewarding experience for orchid enthusiasts who appreciate the unique beauty of its flowers and the allure of cloud forest flora, making it a prized possession among specialized orchid collections
I am very excited to watch this plant grow. I love the shape.
I’m very excited for this plant and pleased with the size. I do feel that it was shipped in a box that was slightly too small which resulted in some leaf damage. A bit disappointing, but overall the plant looks healthy.
Healthy plant, well packing, reasonable price, smooth delivery. Just a bit more careful on the medium as it was still wet, needs to be dry out to prevent rotten roots.
very large and ready to grow acclimated quickly in my home new l eaf unfirled with days
Beautiful flowers that received 81 points from the American Orchid Society. I received permission to name and registered this hybrid for a fast rising tennis superstar from the Phillipines, Alexandra Eala. Thanks, Senor Ivan!