Dracula radiosa

A mesmerizing cool-growing orchid endemic to Ecuador, celebrated for its large, pendant flowers in creamy white to pale yellow densely spotted with deep maroon-purple, with long, whip-like tails radiating from each sepal.

• Light: Low to moderate indirect light — a shaded north or east-facing window is ideal. Avoid any direct sun exposure.
• Temperature: Cool-growing — 46–62°F (8–17°C) nights, with days not exceeding 70°F (21°C). Stable cool temperatures are critical; heat stress is the primary cause of decline.
• Humidity: Very high humidity of 80–95% is essential. A cool greenhouse or enclosed terrarium with airflow is strongly recommended.
• Watering: Keep the medium consistently moist; never allow it to dry out. Use soft or rainwater and ensure excellent drainage and air circulation around the roots.

Additional Notes:

Best grown in a hanging basket to allow pendant blooms to develop naturally. Flowers are long-lasting and highly ornamental. Strictly a cool-grower; not suitable for warm or intermediate conditions. A prized gem for dedicated Dracula collectors.