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Monkey Face Orchids - Dracula simia 15cm H45cm

Monkey Face Orchids - Dracula simia 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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