Emm's Plant House

Monkey Face Orchids - Dracula simia 15cm H45cm

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Pot Size 15cm H45cm

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Dracula simia, commonly known as the Monkey Face Orchid, is a small epiphytic orchid prized for its unique flowers that resemble a monkey’s face and emit a sweet, fruity fragrance. Native to cloud forests in Ecuador and Peru, it thrives in cool, humid, shaded environments, making it ideal for terrariums, greenhouses, or controlled indoor orchid collections.

Full Botanical Name: Dracula simia
Common Names: Monkey Face Orchid
Country and/or Region of Origin: Ecuador and Peru
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded cloud forest understory with consistent humidity and cool temperatures

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Low to moderate indirect light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves or flowers

Ideal Room: Terrariums, greenhouses, or shaded indoor environments with stable humidity

Feeding: Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during active growth

Humidity: High (70–90%); mist regularly or maintain within a humidified environment

Ideal Temperature: Cool to intermediate (15–22°C / 59–72°F); avoid hot or dry conditions

Watering: Keep substrate evenly moist; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic

Soil Type: Fine, well-draining orchid mix with sphagnum moss or bark

Propagation: Division of mature plants

Eventual Height and Spread: 10–25 cm tall; 15–30 cm wide depending on plant maturity

Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

Pests and Treatment: Aphids, mealybugs; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil

Repotting: Every 1–2 years or when substrate deteriorates

Pruning: Remove dead leaves and spent flowers carefully

Air Purification: Slightly improves indoor air quality

Folklore: Symbolizes exotic beauty, rarity, and whimsical charm in orchid collections

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