Dracula gigas f. xanthina

This yellow-flowered form offers a luminous variation on the dramatic blooms of the species, with pale yellow sepals extending into long, slender tails. Its distinctive floral shape makes it a striking addition to a cool-growing orchid collection.

• Light: Low to moderate, filtered light in a shaded greenhouse or near a bright window away from direct sun.
• Temperature: Cool-growing, ideally 60–72°F (16–22°C) during the day and 50–58°F (10–14°C) at night. Avoid prolonged heat.
• Humidity: Maintain 75–90% humidity with gentle, continuous air circulation.
• Watering: Keep the medium consistently moist but never waterlogged. Use rainwater or other low-mineral water, and do not allow the roots to dry out completely.

Additional Notes:

Grow in a mesh basket with loosely packed sphagnum and an airy orchid mix, leaving room for flower spikes to emerge through the sides or bottom. Keep healthy spikes after flowering, as they may bloom again, and replace the medium before it becomes compacted.